The U-joint Bellow: This bellow is attached from the bell housing to the transom plate. It is designed to protect the u-joints and drive shaft that connects to the engine coupler. If water gets into the u-joint bellow it can cause failure of the u-joints, gimble bearing and even the outdrive itself. Here are a few symptoms of u-joint bellows failure.
Water in the gear lube.
Water leaking into the boat.
Growling Noise coming from the back of the boat.
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Magnesium anode for a 1994 OMC Cobra (SX-C) transom shield
Obtaining magnesium anodes to install on the OMC Cobra (SX-C) sterndrive, for fresh water use. Received the anode within a week of ordering the part, which is not going to be installed until Spring.