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ShoalSurvivor replied to the thread 4.3 crankshaft/housing oil leak - next steps?.

I read his I tracked Chris's pan problem and inspected mine for that problem. I have the cast aluminum pan and the fit was perfect. I...

Mar 6, 2026
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ShoalSurvivor replied to the thread 4.3 crankshaft/housing oil leak - next steps?.

Found the culprit. 25 year old part. Not sure how this would happen, except potentially age. Cover and seal have even replaced. Pan...
Mar 5, 2026
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ShoalSurvivor reacted to achris's post in the thread torque for y pipe bolts with Like.

That is a accepted torque for a 3/8" UNC screw, as per just about any screw torque chart you'd like to consult. (Here's one I prepared...

Mar 2, 2026
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ShoalSurvivor reacted to alldodge's post in the thread Hydraulic Manifold and Anode Installation with Like.

You don't need the anode if your not installing a Mercathode. There is no drilling involved in any part or the install. The seal p/n...

Feb 12, 2026
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ShoalSurvivor replied to the thread Alpha One Gen II - bell housing bushing/seals - updated design?.

never mind. While removing the seals, I found corrosion in the insides of the bushings. knocked them right out. Way easier than...

Feb 9, 2026
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ShoalSurvivor replied to the thread Alpha One Gen II - bell housing bushing/seals - updated design?.

Perfect. Thank you! Now the more important question - should I replace the bushings, or just the seals? There is no "slop" in the...

Feb 9, 2026
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ShoalSurvivor reacted to Fun Times's post in the thread Alpha One Gen II - bell housing bushing/seals - updated design? with Like.

Being your serail number is 0L517680 which is above 0F094775 you still have ordered an updated design kit that will work just fine as...

Feb 9, 2026
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ShoalSurvivor posted the thread Alpha One Gen II - bell housing bushing/seals - updated design? in Mercury MerCruiser Sterndrives & Engines.

I ordered replacement bushing/seals kit for my A1G2 drive - part 23-806036A1, which I found in multiple parts diagrams. I've seen a...
Feb 8, 2026
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ShoalSurvivor reacted to Jmunk's post in the thread 4.3 crankshaft/housing oil leak - next steps? with Like.

Since you have the engine out, I’d just swap the cover. Re-seal the oil pan after verifying with a straight edge that the mounting...

Feb 6, 2026
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ShoalSurvivor replied to the thread 4.3 crankshaft/housing oil leak - next steps?.

I'm gonna try :) I've got a new cover w/seal and gasket on the way. if replacing seal works, great. If not, then replacing cover...

Feb 6, 2026
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ShoalSurvivor reacted to Jmunk's post in the thread 4.3 crankshaft/housing oil leak - next steps? with Like.

Yes, I know it’s plastic. My experience has been it’s fairly easy on the ones I’ve done.

Feb 6, 2026
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ShoalSurvivor reacted to Scott Danforth's post in the thread 4.3 crankshaft/housing oil leak - next steps? with Like.

You realize the front timing cover is plastic and they usually do not survive pulling the seal, much less driving in a new one, there is...

Feb 6, 2026
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ShoalSurvivor reacted to Lou C's post in the thread 4.3 crankshaft/housing oil leak - next steps? with Like.

I think the oil pan on the newer 4.3s is aluminum, so might not be so prone to rust, I have sprayed my tin one with...

Feb 5, 2026
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ShoalSurvivor replied to the thread 4.3 crankshaft/housing oil leak - next steps?.

I was surprised at how easy it was to pull the motor. All of the connections are pretty obvious, and it only took a couple hours to...

Feb 5, 2026
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ShoalSurvivor reacted to airshot's post in the thread 4.3 crankshaft/housing oil leak - next steps? with Like.

Getting the engine out and back in, is the hardest parts to do....good luck...make her ready for spring !

Feb 5, 2026

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