water problem will i be ok

[mrpike1973]

hi 15 hp evinrude 1978. after putting it away for the winter i noticed water under it just small puddles. upon further inspection the weep hole directly in front of the prop had water in it. i took a can of compressed air shot i little in then took i wire and cleaned it i got about a coffee can of water i dont hear any water in it any more glad i caught this do i need to redo my lower lube or are they separate cavitys thank you

[CAMAN]

You should always drain and refill the lower unit lube every fall to make sure everything looks good. But to answer your question, that cavity is separate from the lower unit and as long as the seals are good you should have no water in the lower unit.

Good reminder for everyone to make sure all their drain holes are free from debris and working properly.

[mrpike1973]

thanks can man i already changed the lower unit but wasnt sure if i had to again. good point on checking drain holes glad i found this before it was to late