Reply To: 1953 Sea King 3hp

[Bob Wight]

Dave – I’ll second what Frank said.   I chose not to dismantle the lower unit into its 2 parts because I had heard that bushing/screw piece was problematic.   I’d leave it alone and just check the lower unit for any water leakage.  Lubriplate 105 in the gearcase will protect the gears even if you get some water intrusion.

Bob

1937 Champion D2C Deluxe Lite Twin
1954 Johnson CD-11
1955 Johnson QD-16
1957 Evinrude Fastwin 18
1957 Evinrude 3022
1958 Johnson QD-19
1958 Johnson FD-12
1959 Johnson QD-20
1982 Evinrude 25hp

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