In yarding the outdrive, found out that while the outdrive gear oil was clear, full and odor-free, the oil in the gearbox was NOT. Apparently, there is a restrictive elbow in the transom (plate?) which can become clogged and prevent circulation of the gearbox oil, leading to burning and breakdown. Mech says we caught it in time, but I was wondering, does anybody have any experience with this problem? He says there's an aftermarket elbow that solves the problem. Also, what pump circulates the gear oil? The gears themselves provide pumping action?
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Jeff Prime
"Optimystic Prime"
2000 Bayliner 2855 Ciera Sunbridge
Anacortes, WA
"The reason you get lost in your own thoughts is because it's such unfamiliar territory" -
No pump...thinking you need a new mechanic
Joon, Kathy, Jaden & Tristan
Uniflite 42 AC, DD 671N
93 3058 sold
92 2855 (day boat)
91 Fourwinns 205 (lake boat)
Longbranch WA
Life is Good -
Yep, no pump. The dribble valve, hose, and the reservoir can possibly become clogged up with sludge. IMO regular maintenance would prevent that from happening.
Dave
Edmonds, WA
"THE FIX" '93 2556
Carbureted 383 Vortec-Bravo II
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