What kind of oil goes in a Johnson outboard lower unit?
Choosing the Right Lower Unit Oil We can recommend our West Marine and Pure Oceans brand Lower Unit lubes, which meet all engine manufacturer’s specifications and warranty requirements. For older Johnson/Evinrude outboards (1962-72) with electric shift, you’ll need Premium Type C Lube.
How do I know if my lower unit oil is bad?
Bad outboard lower units can give the operator shifting issues, and other signs will include water in the gear lube, metallic particles on the drain screw magnet, clunking sounds when shifted, or the loss of the ability to shift into gears.
Is gear oil the same as lower unit oil?
Lower units contain hypoid gears (think ring and pinion, like a car differential) so they demand extreme pressure additives. The marine gear oil you choose will depend on the size of your marine engine. Consult your engine’s manual and look for the proper marine gear lube for your application.
How much oil is in a Honda engine?
HONDA Model Oil Capacity Std. Oil Capacity Metric Filter BF2A/BF20 13.4 Oz 369 ml N/A BF2D 8.3 Oz 245 ml N/A BF5A/BF50 18.6 Oz 550 ml N/A BF135 6.9 Qt 6.5 L 9-57810
How much oil is in a Yamaha engine?
Outboard Crankcase Capacity Charts Outboard Gearcase Capacity Charts YAMAHA Model Year Oil Capacity Std. Oil Capacity Metric Filter F2.5 — 11.8 Oz 350 ml N/A F4 — 16.9 Oz 500 ml N/A F6, F/T8 — 27 Oz 800 ml N/A F/T9.9 1990-up 1.06 Qt 1 L N/A F15 1998-99 1.06 Qt 1 L 9-57804 F15 2000-up 1.06 Qt 1 L 9-57804 F20 1998-99 1.8 Qt 1.7 L 9-57804
What should I do about the vent screw on my Johnson 70?
Replace the vent screw, with a new washer, that will create a vaccuum, allowing you to remove the pump and quickly install the drain screw, with a new gasket. Thats it, all done. Re: What type of outboard oil and lower unit grease/oil for johnson 70?
How much Oil can I put in my boat?
A quart is usually enough. It is pumped in from the bottom and is full when it runs out the vent. You can buy a little hand pump or just use the pointed end of the oil container’s cap to inject the oil.
How much lower unit oil should I use?
Try putting the motor as far straight up and down as possible and if nothing, then try propping the lower unit back at an angle to see if more lower unit oil runs out. 2 ounces something is wrong, should be at least 8 or more ounces for sure. Just did my 35hp Rude last weekend and I used an 8oz tube because that’s what I thought I used last year.
What kind of outboard oil for Johnson 70?
What type of outboard oil and lower unit grease/oil for johnson 70? Just bought the boat so I would like to change both. It is a 1991 johnson 70 oil injected of course. I would also like to change the lower unit oil.
How much oil is in a Honda engine crankcase?
& LOWER UNIT CAPACITY CHARTS Outboard Crankcase Capacity Charts HONDA Model Oil Capacity Std. Oil Capacity Metric Filter BF2A/BF20 13.4 Oz 369 ml N/A BF2D 8.3 Oz 245 ml N/A BF5A/BF50 18.6 Oz 550 ml N/A BF8/BFP8/F80 25.6 Oz 757 ml 9-57804 BF75/BF100 25.6 Oz 757 ml N/A BF9.9A, BFP9.9 1.2 Qt 1.1 L 9-57804 BF15, BFP15 1.2 Qt 1.1 L 9-57804
How much oil does an engine filter hold?
Model Oil Capacity Std. Oil Capacity Metric Filter 2.5 / 3.5 10 oz 300 ml N/A 4 / 5 / 6 15 oz 450 ml N/A 8 / 9.8 27 oz 800 ml 9-57804 15 / 20 1 qt 1 L 9-57804 25 / 30 2 qt 1.8 L 9-57804 MERCURY