water in thr lower unit

[ddzylka]

1982 35hp long shaft.evinrude<br />i drained the oil from the lower unit,it was discolored and milky.i did not detect any metal in the drained oil.<br /><br />i have a manual for the repair, however it does not go into detail what to look for and the most probable cause.<br /><br />looking for expert advise and suggestions.<br /><br />thanks for the help

 

[Hooty]

Re: water in thr lower unit

The first (and easiest) thing to replace is the gaskets (or orings) on the filler and vent plugs. I'd go ahead and change the l/u lube and replace the gaskets or orings and see if the unit still leaked. <br /><br />c/6<br />Hooty

 

[Solittle]

Re: water in thr lower unit

If, after following Hooty's advice, you still find water you need to do a vacume and pressure test to find out where the leak is before tearing it apart. Check Search above if needed.

 

[skunk]

Re: water in thr lower unit

If previous posts do not work, try changing out water pump with NEW parts and gaskets. <br /><br />Good Luck

 

[wilde1j]

Re: water in thr lower unit

The water pump has NOTHING to do with a lower unit water leak. The two are completely separate devices which happen to be in close proximity.