So I picked up a complete gear case with new seals and a new impeller. Seller thought it was from a ’57 15hp which I don’t think exists, so I compared parts numbers for a 57′ 18hp and 56′ 15hp which all checked out fine.
Here it is.
Problem is I think there is some missing material.
Compared to mine.
The prop also seems damaged, and the hub seems off.
Compared to mine.
The props are definitely different pitches though, which I figured. (mine on the bottom)
Prop that came with it on.
My prop on. (The prop nut still fits on)
Any ideas what caused the damage and if its superficial? I didn’t take the prop off when I got it so I didn’t notice the damage. Seller said I could bring it back if I had any problems so not the end of the world. I could also swap all the parts over to my empty gear case.