1973 Mercury 850 Thunderbolt Lower end Concerns

Post by **MicPik** » Tue Nov 21, 2006 2:35 pm

Hi Folks,

While winterizing my new (used) motor, I noticed a fair bit of water in the lower unit. Infact, mostly water very little oil. The lower plug didn't have a gasket on it. Could this be the problem? Would there be any damage to the lower leg? I probably put 50 liters of gas through the engine before noticing the problem.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Regards,

Mike.

Post by **fishin loon** » Tue Nov 21, 2006 11:12 pm

I would have all the lower unit packings replaced and when they do that they will check visualy. I cant say its a good thing but there was some oil .

Paul

Fishin Loon

Post by **crash** » Wed Nov 22, 2006 10:27 am

for the cost of some seals and a bit of time , you mite want to drop the lower end and take a look.

Post by **MicPik** » Wed Nov 22, 2006 10:49 am

Thanks for the info. I think I'll bring it in a have someone look at it. Does anyone know of a good marine mechanic?

Post by JP » Thu Nov 23, 2006 9:56 am

Where do you live? I might know some where to take it.
JP

Post by **MicPik** » Thu Nov 23, 2006 10:09 am

Hi JP,

I'm in Kanata.