2 Stroke Oil under Cowl

[jbdial1515]

Hey guys, First off, I am not a mechanic and have very little knowledge of engines. My dad and I have a 16ft alumacraft with a mid 90's 60hp Yamaha.

The other day, I notice clean 2 stroke oil draining down the outside of the engine. I pulled the Cowl and you could see it pooled in the bottom. I will say that the engine was trimmed all the way up as if we were going to be traveling with it.

I am going to visit my parents tomorrow and I would like to take a look at this. Can you provide some feedback and pointers to check for? Could it be overflowing?

My father mentioned that he has not seen any further oil since leaving it trimmed down for a couple weeks.

Thanks
JB

 

[99yam40]

Re: 2 Stroke Oil under Cowl

leaking from around where wires go into the tank or oil line is leaking would be my thoughts

 

[woodsyfeller]

Re: 2 Stroke Oil under Cowl

Mine will do that on occasion especially if the oil tank just recently filled . When I tilt my motor up it will leak out the cap if its not on securely.