Re: 1957 Evinrude Fleetwin 7.5 HP (Impeller Question)

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fisherman6

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Very nice Fleetwin! See my YouTube comments as well. I’m addition to the water pump service you may want to pressure test (or vacuum) the gearcase. While the powerhead is off and the lower unit is removed is perfect time to reseal it if that is required. The shift rod O-ring is notorious for leaking on these motors after all those years. On motors with low hours often the shaft seals are OK but that O-ring will let water in. Unfortunately the gearcase has to be disassembled to replace that O-ring, but while all the other work is being done and it is already apart is the time to replace it.
-Ben

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