Hi, I have the same problem with my ’56 RD-18. When I tilt the motor up than put it back down, Gear oil leaks out of the water out let port. I was going to replace the shift rod seal, however, when I went to my Johnson Motor parts catalog, it’s not listed, doesn’t even show on the break down. Perhaps this is why I never changed it when I had the lower unit apart. Does anyone know the part, should I try the P/N form Scoots ’55?
Thanks
