Johnson 6hp gear oil

[Graeme Cushnie]

Once again I return to the forum for guidance.<br />I recently bought a 1990 Johnson 6hp (2 stroke) that has done very little work, being only used as a backup. It runs great and after a period in a test tank I removed it from the bench and laid it down flat on the floor (in the normal way with the tiller and mounting bracket facing up). A few days later I put it back on the bench and some gear oil started leaking out at the top of the extension section (its a long shaft). Is this normal? If not, what could the cause be? Could a seal have gone near the gear shift rod?<br />All advice welcomed and greatfully received<br />Graeme

 

[Goodoleboy]

Re: Johnson 6hp gear oil

If it is gear oil. Then no its not supposed to leak. If oil can get out then water can get in.<br /><br />It would be my guess that what you are seeing is unburned fuel mix that is inside the exaust leg. Not uncommon. I wouldnt worry about it.<br /><br />I would drain lower unit and see if it has taken on water. Will be milky looking.<br /><br />Lower unit needs to be resealed if this is the problem.<br /><br />Good luck!

 

[Graeme Cushnie]

Re: Johnson 6hp gear oil

Thanks Lee. I dropped the lower leg yesterday and drained the gearbox. Everything looks to be in order (no milkyness) so I'm going with your suggestion that its just unburnt oil and crud.<br /><br />Thanks for the reply. Lets just hope I remember to put lube back in the gearbox!<br /><br />Graeme