This is my first posting. I am the owner of an Ericson 30+ with a Universal 5416 diesel engine. I have had problems starting the engine ever since I bought the boat last year. I had the starter rebuilt and recently when I could not get the starter to turn I took it out and found a lot of water inside the starter.
One of the post mentioned that they had experienced leakage of the water pump which found it's way to the crankcase. Upon inspection by removing the starter and manually turning the engine I can see that the large gear in the crankcase is wet.
Can anyone offer information as to:
1) Is it possible for water to accumulate in the crankcase from a water pump leak. The two are at opposite ends of the engine.
2) If not what could cause water in the crankcase?
3) How can I fix this?
4) How can I get the water out.
Thanks
One of the post mentioned that they had experienced leakage of the water pump which found it's way to the crankcase. Upon inspection by removing the starter and manually turning the engine I can see that the large gear in the crankcase is wet.
Can anyone offer information as to:
1) Is it possible for water to accumulate in the crankcase from a water pump leak. The two are at opposite ends of the engine.
2) If not what could cause water in the crankcase?
3) How can I fix this?
4) How can I get the water out.
Thanks