Transmission Leak

Hi Guys,

I only used the boat a handful of times over the last few years, but I finally repaired my transmission leak.

I removed the reduction section (1.23:1) and replaced the output seal. Quite a process to remove the the flange from the spline on the shaft, etc. But everything is back together again.

I haven't used the boat again, and would like to check something...

How easy should it be to turn the output flange on the transmission? By hand - should it be really easy? Should I be able to spin it (i.e. it will keep rotating a bit if I turn it and let go)? This is with the drive shaft coupling disconnected.

It has some resistance, but I can turn it fairly easily by hand, but it won't "spin" after letting go. I just remember that before I turned in the reduction section bolts completely (there was still a gap where the RTV sealant was), it seemed to turn very easily.

Also, should there be some play on the output shaft/flange - if I pull it in/out? Just wondering if I should feel any play in the bearings - I don't feel anything.

I'm basically wondering if the bearings might be too tight... I installed with the same shims. Is it possible that something on the output shaft was disturbed while I was working on the output shaft/coupling?

Maybe I'm just being paranoid...

Thanks,
Greg

Cool, thanks. Will give it a go soon