I have a '54 Johnson FD-12 which I recently rebuilt pretty much from
the head down.
I've got it running and it seems to be doing just fine on the upper
end. But I've had to take the lower unit apart three times now because
I'm getting water in the gear case. I have replaced all the seals, the
impeller, and even the impeller housing but somehow there's still water
sneaking in.
Anyone out there have experience with old outboards of this vintage?
Any ideas on how I can stop the flood?
Your thoughts would be much appreciated.
Thanks much!