H2O Leak at gearcase/lower unit boltup-1974 Johnson 115 hp

[tbeaun]

I just noticed water leaking from the area where the gearcase bolts up to the lower unit. The engine is a 1974 Johnson 115 hp. Scared the crap outta me.....please help!!!!

 

[OBJ]

Re: H2O Leak at gearcase/lower unit boltup-1974 Johnson 115 hp

Running on muffs? There's no gasket between the lower unit and midsection so water can come out the mating line. Common thing. Nothin' to worry about.

 

[tbeaun]

Re: H2O Leak at gearcase/lower unit boltup-1974 Johnson 115 hp

Yes, running the muffs & thanks for the reply.