Hi all.
Recently replaced all the gear case parts from the propeller back to the drive shaft. Engine was running great, until about a month later the lower unit seized up. Went to drain the oil to take lower unit off, and about 1/2 cup of milky salt water came out....so no oil.
All the parts from the prop back are rusted in place, can't even get the housing off.
Thoughts? I've seen plenty of long shaft lower units for sale online, but no short shafts.
It the lower unit salvageable?
Thanks for any help in advance.
mjw
Recently replaced all the gear case parts from the propeller back to the drive shaft. Engine was running great, until about a month later the lower unit seized up. Went to drain the oil to take lower unit off, and about 1/2 cup of milky salt water came out....so no oil.
All the parts from the prop back are rusted in place, can't even get the housing off.
Thoughts? I've seen plenty of long shaft lower units for sale online, but no short shafts.
It the lower unit salvageable?
Thanks for any help in advance.
mjw