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Rebel_Heart

10-08-2006 10:03 PM

Changing Drive Oil in the Fall

I have always had my drive oil changed prior to laying up for the season. I am going to play around with shorties in the spring, is there any down side to leaving the oil in over the winter months. I will have about 12 hours on the new engines and the drive oil was changed at that time. Using Amsoil 70/85-90w synthetic oil. Thanks.

axapowell

10-08-2006 10:32 PM

Re: Changing Drive Oil in the Fall

Only downfall could be if there is any water in the oil. If it freezes...it will be an issue. With only 12 hours, as long as the drives don't have any leaks, you should be alright. For the insurance, I'd spend the bucks to drain and fill.

Not sure about leaving them empty though?!?

Dave

Griff

10-08-2006 10:54 PM

Re: Changing Drive Oil in the Fall

I wouldn't give it a second thought with only 12 hours on the lube.

minxguy

10-10-2006 11:35 AM

Re: Changing Drive Oil in the Fall

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rebel_Heart

Crack the drain bolt. If no water comes out and the lube looks good, leave it. If not, change. Ken

Rebel_Heart

10-10-2006 08:06 PM

Re: Changing Drive Oil in the Fall

I will take a look at it. Thanks for the replies.

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