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by Oldslowandugly
Sun Apr 10, 2022 4:42 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Repair of 1996 OMC 48 SPL Engine
Replies: 14
Views: 1694

Re: Repair of 1996 OMC 48 SPL Engine

When the tilt tube is installed correctly there are enough threads on the starboard side to screw the steering cable nut on. If your steering cable is on the port side then leave enough threads on that side. The instructions on the steering cable nut say to screw it on completely and make it tight. ...
by Oldslowandugly
Sun Apr 10, 2022 4:38 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Repair of 1996 OMC 48 SPL Engine
Replies: 14
Views: 1694

Re: Repair of 1996 OMC 48 SPL Engine

Today I mounted the motor mount bracket to the swivel bracket. Forget the big hammer. Use a length of threaded rod, nuts, big washers, and some short spacer pipes so you can press the tilt tube into the brackets smoothly and carefully. Clean and lube the plastic washers and tilt tube with Triple Gua...
by Oldslowandugly
Thu Apr 07, 2022 6:34 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Pettit Trailercoat is now Rustlok
Replies: 0
Views: 2192

Pettit Trailercoat is now Rustlok

I have been using the Pettit Trailercoat brand paint to keep my 1989 Magic Tilt trailer as rust free as possible. It is a moisture cured polyurethane that is extremely durable. It has been discontinued by Pettit and very hard to find. I saw that Pettit makes other rust inhibitor paints so I called t...
by Oldslowandugly
Wed Apr 06, 2022 7:52 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3
Replies: 29
Views: 2980

Re: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3

Yes, I know of that trick. But it is only good if the prop shaft seal is the culprit. And if the shaft is not grooved. I wonder if that technique will work on the new style single case double lipped seals? They don't have the same steel case to screw into. The last two times I tested underwater in m...
by Oldslowandugly
Wed Apr 06, 2022 12:42 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Repair of 1996 OMC 48 SPL Engine
Replies: 14
Views: 1694

Re: Repair of 1996 OMC 48 SPL Engine

After cleaning the parts swivel bracket I attempted to install it on the steering tube. I again pried the steering tube away from the exhaust housing until the swivel bracket could be loaded onto the steering tube. Here I found a problem. The manual states to load all the shims, seals, and bushings ...
by Oldslowandugly
Wed Apr 06, 2022 12:05 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Repair of 1996 OMC 48 SPL Engine
Replies: 14
Views: 1694

Re: OEM Quality

ASIDE: It'd be nice if outboard manufacturers weren't so cheap, and they would have spent a couple extra bucks for quality metal pieces that lasted. The cost impact to the engine's price would be minimal. This series of motors has the most stainless steel fasteners that I have ever come across. Rem...
by Oldslowandugly
Tue Apr 05, 2022 7:41 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Repair of 1996 OMC 48 SPL Engine
Replies: 14
Views: 1694

Re: Repair of 1996 OMC 48 SPL Engine

The damaged swivel bracket was beyond repair; I searched on-line for a replacement. Green Bay Propeller and Marine in Wisconsin sold me a nice used swivel bracket from a 1992 40-HP engine--it was even the same color as I had. The factory service manual recommends that removing the bracket requires r...
by Oldslowandugly
Tue Apr 05, 2022 7:27 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Repair of 1996 OMC 48 SPL Engine
Replies: 14
Views: 1694

Repair of 1996 OMC 48 SPL Engine

In another thread I described how I rebuilt the lower unit from a 1996 OMC 48 SPL engine. I am now trying to get that same 48 SPL engine working as a spare engine. The power trim and tilt was not working. When removing the trim and tilt assembly from the engine swivel bracket I saw that someone had ...
by Oldslowandugly
Tue Apr 05, 2022 6:20 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Outboard Restoration Pics
Replies: 6
Views: 1047

Re: Outboard Restoration Pics

That is very impressive for a single stage paint. Even basecoat/clearcoat is hard pressed to achieve that kind of finish.
by Oldslowandugly
Fri Apr 01, 2022 4:03 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Outboard Restoration Pics
Replies: 6
Views: 1047

Re: Outboard Restoration Pics

What is your secret to the incredible paint gloss? I paint a lot and can't achieve gloss anywhere near what you did.
by Oldslowandugly
Fri Apr 01, 2022 11:29 am
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Outboard Restoration Pics
Replies: 6
Views: 1047

Re: Outboard Restoration Pics

Amazing job on the cosmetics. I know how much hard work goes into the internals but all people see in the paint job.
by Oldslowandugly
Fri Apr 01, 2022 11:12 am
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Repair Shop to install Brass Hull Drain Boston Area
Replies: 6
Views: 1146

Re: Repair Shop to install Brass Hull Drain Boston Area

I'm convinced there's no such thing as a true seal on one that's been replaced unless if involved lots of 3M4200 sealant. After repairing the transom with the Marine Tex I used the 3M 5200 to seal the tubes in place. ASIDE: I was watching my outboard guy do a Boston Whaler boat drain tube. Even tho...
by Oldslowandugly
Wed Mar 30, 2022 1:18 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Outboard Gear Oil: Emulsion of Water into Oil
Replies: 16
Views: 2571

Re: Outboard Gear Oil: Emulsion of Water into Oil

- Protects gears when water is present in the lower unit D- I read that the OMC/BRP regular oils did also protect metals against water. That was why I mentioned the Whale oil additive above. It causes oil to cling to hot metal. They add that to hypoid gear oil so the limited slip clutches don't cha...
by Oldslowandugly
Tue Mar 29, 2022 11:35 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Outboard Gear Oil: Emulsion of Water into Oil
Replies: 16
Views: 2571

Re: Outboard Gear Oil: Emulsion of Water into Oil

dtmackey wrote:
Personally I think this thread is overthinking things.

D-

Ha ha. Agreed. I do tend to overthink stuff. Let's make it simple. What is better- regular oil or synthetic oil in the lower unit?
by Oldslowandugly
Tue Mar 29, 2022 7:25 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Outboard Gear Oil: Emulsion of Water into Oil
Replies: 16
Views: 2571

Re: Outboard Gear Oil: Emulsion of Water into Oil

gear case lubricant for three years or 300-hours So that would indicate they used the synthetic blend gearcase oil [XPF-HR] from the factory. I have no data on oil heat capacity. I think it was something I read on the "Bob the oil guy" site. I do agree that an outboard lower unit that is ...
by Oldslowandugly
Tue Mar 29, 2022 12:07 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Outboard Gear Oil: Emulsion of Water into Oil
Replies: 16
Views: 2571

Re: Outboard Gear Oil: Emulsion of Water into Oil

As for organic oil, it was not that it lubricated better [than synthetic oil], but that it removed heat better. The additives that they use to make the oil cling to metal sounds very similar to the additive they use in limited slip differentials on automobiles. Originally Whale oil was used, as it h...
by Oldslowandugly
Mon Mar 28, 2022 3:42 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Outboard Gear Oil: Emulsion of Water into Oil
Replies: 16
Views: 2571

Re: Outboard Gear Oil: Emulsion of Water into Oil

As Jim mentioned, one emulsifies water with oil and one does not. Huh? You lost me. You are the source of information that one oil inhibits formation of emulsion with water, and another oil did not. I just asked which behavior is desired. Sorry. That is what I meant. The question of which attribute...
by Oldslowandugly
Mon Mar 28, 2022 2:09 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Outboard Gear Oil: Emulsion of Water into Oil
Replies: 16
Views: 2571

Re: Outboard Gear Oil: Emulsion of Water into Oil

From 1968 [I think] to 1972 OMC used an electric shift gearcase on a lot of models. It used a much different gear lube. They went back to the mechanical shift from 1973 on and then the HI-Vis oil was recommended. I could use the BRP XPS since it is the equivalent of the Hi-Vis. I was just wondering ...
by Oldslowandugly
Sun Mar 27, 2022 11:29 pm
Forum: The GAM
Topic: Spring Prep
Replies: 4
Views: 811

Re: Spring Prep

I'm thinking of a way to insert a plastic material under the rear lead "slipper" to smooth the ride and quiet it down over bumps. D- Please let us know if you find the cure for that. Everything I tried eventually failed. On my trailer there is a big bolt that crosses under the slipper to ...
by Oldslowandugly
Sun Mar 27, 2022 12:34 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Outboard Gear Oil: Emulsion of Water into Oil
Replies: 16
Views: 2571

Outboard Gear Oil: Emulsion of Water into Oil

I have always used OMC Hi-Vis oil in my old outboard engines, but that product is obsolete. BRP has XPS HPF Pro gear oil that is recommended for all models 1973 and later. E-TEC engines probably came from the factory with EXP HPF Pro gear oil. Other synthetic oils are available. Water in a gear case...
by Oldslowandugly
Fri Mar 25, 2022 9:40 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3
Replies: 29
Views: 2980

Re: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3

The parts gearcase filled with salvaged parts passed the pressure and vacuum tests. I violated the old hot-rodding adage about never changing more than one thing at a time. Then you won't know what worked. I used sealer on the new style seals and I used the correct installation tool. I'd put my mone...
by Oldslowandugly
Fri Mar 25, 2022 2:48 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3
Replies: 29
Views: 2980

Re: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3

I tested the rebuilt 1996 fresh water gearcase in a barrel of soapy water. The 48 hp motor has not been run in two years but it started right up. I let it get to operating temperature before shifting into gear. It went into forward- neutral- reverse with no drama or expensive sounds. Now I will let ...
by Oldslowandugly
Thu Mar 24, 2022 3:44 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3
Replies: 29
Views: 2980

Re: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3

I found this woodworking clamp tool indispensable to press the carrier in the last inch. There is a ledge inside that the O-ring must ride up on and compress. Sealer makes it even harder to do. I prefer this method to swinging a big hammer at the bearing carrier. Now the gearcase rebuild is complete...
by Oldslowandugly
Thu Mar 24, 2022 3:21 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3
Replies: 29
Views: 2980

Re: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3

Here is the new type seal going in to the propshaft bearing carrier. I used a section of thin walled sink pipe last time. This time I have the proper tool so I will use it. The tool edge locates the seal and makes sure it is square in the bore. The difference is that I will use Ultra Black sealer in...
by Oldslowandugly
Sat Mar 19, 2022 5:33 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Trailer Refurbishment: 1992 E-Z-LOADER
Replies: 25
Views: 10790

Re: Trailer Refurbishment: 1992 E-Z-LOADER

porthole wrote: I used a piece of line with an eye splice and hook that was just a bit longer than the distance between the bow eye and the winch.

I would hook the jumper to the bow eye when back at the dock, easy to grab with a boat hook once on the trailer. This 'jumper' kept me from getting wet.

SMART.
by Oldslowandugly
Fri Mar 18, 2022 5:17 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3
Replies: 29
Views: 2980

Re: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3

A nice day so I went outside to install the re-built 1996 lower unit onto the 1993 48SPL. After chasing all the threads I brushed some anti-seize into the bolt holes. I made sure the shifter dog in the gearcase was in neutral. The upper shifter detent on the powerhead must also be in neutral. Wipe s...
by Oldslowandugly
Wed Mar 16, 2022 3:30 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Trailer Refurbishment: 1992 E-Z-LOADER
Replies: 25
Views: 10790

Re: Trailer Refurbishment: 1992 E-Z-LOADER

Jim you are correct. My old aluminum skiff had a large stainless steel U-bolt as a bow eye. On that boat the EZ Hooker worked very well. I was very disappointed that the Whaler cast eye was so oddly shaped and difficult to get ANY strap hook into. As for my very long center support tube that was cus...
by Oldslowandugly
Wed Mar 16, 2022 11:07 am
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Trailer Refurbishment: 1992 E-Z-LOADER
Replies: 25
Views: 10790

Re: Trailer Refurbishment: 1992 E-Z-LOADER

I have that E Z Hooker, too. Even with a long boat pole I found it difficult to engage the hook to the bow eye. The Whaler bow eye shape is partly to blame. Instead I used some old swimming pool extruded aluminum top rails to make a ramp to walk out to the bow eye. They are 6" wide and I screwe...
by Oldslowandugly
Sun Mar 13, 2022 7:06 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3
Replies: 29
Views: 2980

Re: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3

This is how the old style back-to-back seals get installed. The cases are steel and fit tightly against the carrier. Sealer makes sure nothing leaks. Much easier.
Screenshot 2022-03-13 at 19-04-06 1990-2001 Johnson 1.25-70hp.pdf.png
Old style back-to-back seals.
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by Oldslowandugly
Sun Mar 13, 2022 7:03 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3
Replies: 29
Views: 2980

Re: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3

Here is what I found about the new type seals. This also says to use the DPL lubricant and not sealer on the seal. It may be that not having the proper tool is what ruined my attempt to install the new seal. But looking at the cross section picture, the pipe I used should not have damaged anything. ...
by Oldslowandugly
Fri Mar 11, 2022 12:46 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3
Replies: 29
Views: 2980

Re: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3

Timing is everything. I just purchased a used extended lip seal installation tool off the web. When it comes I will try again to install the new updated type seal into the propshaft bearing carrier. The tool is used not only for the propshaft seal but also the upper driveshaft bearing carrier extend...
by Oldslowandugly
Fri Mar 11, 2022 11:10 am
Forum: The GAM
Topic: A Boat Market Slow Down
Replies: 10
Views: 1571

Re: A Boat Market Slow Down

A recent article in BoatUS magazine said the pandemic resulted in a huge increase in boating sales, because boating was seen as as a way to socially distance and still have some fun. The Coast Guard released statistics that showed accidents, injuries, and fatalities rose significantly as well. The U...
by Oldslowandugly
Thu Mar 10, 2022 10:05 pm
Forum: The GAM
Topic: A Boat Market Slow Down
Replies: 10
Views: 1571

Re: A Boat Market Slow Down

Some of the best fishing I ever experienced was the last time gas prices went crazy. Houses on the water with docks were vacant of boats. Boat traffic was minimal. Fishing was absolutely terrific. My best fishing is within sight of my dock. I have a 15-footer with only a 48-HP engine. If gasoline we...
by Oldslowandugly
Thu Mar 10, 2022 4:21 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3
Replies: 29
Views: 2980

Re: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3

Now I have to repair the propshaft bearing carrier that was salvaged from the bad gearcase. While trying to extract the carrier I broke off a long bolt that was used with the steering wheel puller. Drilling out a steel screw that is in aluminum is always a challenge. I drilled straight through and o...
by Oldslowandugly
Thu Mar 10, 2022 3:59 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3
Replies: 29
Views: 2980

Re: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3

Next add the pinion nut. I used a short 11/16" socket and breaker bar to hold the nut. I packed the socket cavity with paper towel so the nut sat right at the top of the socket. Hold the breaker bar and turn the driveshaft to screw the nut on. A driveshaft socket is used or else a one-size-fits...
by Oldslowandugly
Thu Mar 10, 2022 3:23 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3
Replies: 29
Views: 2980

Re: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3

Now that the bearings are in I began assembling the other parts onto the gearcase. First in goes the forward gear thrust washer. The roller thrust bearing gets glued on to the forward gear with the OMC Needle Bearing grease. Use a magnet-on-a-stick to gently guide the gear in so it does not drop in ...
by Oldslowandugly
Thu Mar 10, 2022 1:12 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3
Replies: 29
Views: 2980

Re: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3

I absolutely agree. When Bombardier assumed OMC they pledged to maintain the repair parts supply just as OMC had. Obviously that has not happened. If you search the big outboard motor parts suppliers you will see very many parts discontinued and unavailable. Now with the demise of both Johnson and E...
by Oldslowandugly
Thu Mar 10, 2022 11:21 am
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3
Replies: 29
Views: 2980

Re: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3

Getting that corroded old saltwater gear case repaired by a high-skill aerospace-qualified welder sounds like it would cost more than the gear case was worth. Well the corroded case is just that: junk. Unfortunately this partiular gearcase was the only one available in good condition and at a fair ...
by Oldslowandugly
Thu Mar 10, 2022 10:50 am
Forum: Introduction to the Forum Software
Topic: Log-in Problem
Replies: 19
Views: 6898

Re: Log-in Problem

This was around 5PM. I was about to post some more on the gearcase rebuild thread. I tried several times between 5 and 9:30 with no success. By 9:30PM I was able to get in.
by Oldslowandugly
Wed Mar 09, 2022 10:28 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3
Replies: 29
Views: 2980

Re: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3

Tig is an artform and with thicker metal like a gearcase (large mass), preheating is key for a good weld... We were working in a cold shop on a very cold day. The gearcase sucked heat like you wouldn't believe. My skillful buddy used to do welding at an aerospace company when he was young. He let h...
by Oldslowandugly
Wed Mar 09, 2022 9:53 pm
Forum: Introduction to the Forum Software
Topic: Log-in Problem
Replies: 19
Views: 6898

Re: Log-in Problem

I was unable to connect to the website. After a couple of hours, I was able to connect, as evidenced by this post.
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Fig. 1. Screen capture. The indicated error is occurring between the firewall and the host. The remedy is to try again after a wait period of a few minutes.
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by Oldslowandugly
Tue Mar 08, 2022 4:07 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3
Replies: 29
Views: 2980

Re: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3

The repair was done for no charge; the welder owed me a big favor. I gifted him a 5-lbs sleeve of 4043 alloy TIG rods I had no use for. This repair required much skill and experience. I watched through a welding helmet as he worked. The large mass of the aluminum gearcase was such a heat sink that h...
by Oldslowandugly
Tue Mar 08, 2022 11:44 am
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3
Replies: 29
Views: 2980

Re: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3

We had a few days of nice weather so I painted the finished gearcase. I fill the defects with Epoxy and fair it by hand. Then I use at least three coats of Interlux Primocon underwater metals primer. This primer is suitable for prolonged usage below the waterline. I find it extremely durable on alum...
by Oldslowandugly
Sat Mar 05, 2022 5:14 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3
Replies: 29
Views: 2980

Re: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3

The last bearings to go in are the propeller shaft bearings at the very front of the gearcase. There are two bearings, one short, and one tall. Both are the same diameter. I have the OMC installer tool but you could easily use a length of the proper sized pipe to do this. The install tool gets assem...
by Oldslowandugly
Sat Mar 05, 2022 4:54 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3
Replies: 29
Views: 2980

Re: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3

The new bearings are placed into the gearcase. I have the correct OMC tools for this, but there is a workaround. First I assembled the pinion bearing tool and placed the pinion bearing onto the driver end. Use some OMC needle bearing grease to hold it in place. IMG_0354.JPG I dripped some gearcase l...
by Oldslowandugly
Fri Mar 04, 2022 8:55 pm
Forum: Introduction to the Forum Software
Topic: Log-in Problem
Replies: 19
Views: 6898

Re: Log-in Problem

This may or may not be related to the concern. For almost a year my [bookmark] function was not working. I could not add nor delete a bookmark. I am using Mozilla Firefox which handles the bookmarks. I had literally thousands of bookmarks separated into folders. A few days ago all of my bookmarks va...
by Oldslowandugly
Fri Mar 04, 2022 7:09 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3
Replies: 29
Views: 2980

Re: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3

The assembled parts are measured with 7.002-inches-long gauge. The gap must be 0.030-inches. The OEM shims totaled 0.013-inches. The new parts measured exactly 0.030-inches and required no shims.
by Oldslowandugly
Fri Mar 04, 2022 6:49 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3
Replies: 29
Views: 2980

Re: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3

The empty parts gearcase was de-greased and all threads chased with a hand tap. IMG_0351.JPG The cracked anti-ventilation plate was repaired by a welding shop. IMG_0346.JPG IMG_0347.JPG Because the upper driveshaft bearing carrier had to be replaced with a new one taking a measurement from the pinio...
by Oldslowandugly
Fri Mar 04, 2022 6:15 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3
Replies: 29
Views: 2980

Re: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3

Some history: The problem child was the gearcase that came with the 1993 motor. It worked well for the 20 years I ran it on two different boats. It was the entrance of water into the lower unit oil that prompted me to get the seals fixed. That went downhill immediately as the dealership gave up on t...
by Oldslowandugly
Tue Mar 01, 2022 5:07 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3
Replies: 29
Views: 2980

Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 3

I finished de-greasing the parts I removed from the corroded gear case [from a 48-SPL outboard engine]. Tthe propeller bearing carrier had to cut out of the case, and the bearing carrier was severely corroded on the flange surfaces. There was a coating of black crud hiding the corrosion. After de-gr...