Drip At Transom Bolt- Next Steps?

rinker270nb

Heard a drip and found this slow drip at transom bolt.  I'd prefer to not pull my boat out of the water, think I get a socket on it and tighten it?  Been in after for 24 hour and hasnt come close to activating pumps.  All thoughts recommendations are appreciated.

Leak is at transom bolt, 27 sec and 55 sec marks. https://youtu.be/b56TAXuOaaU

aero3113

It's tough to tell, is it coming from a blot or the bellows?

rinker270nb

I had the bellows replaced two years ago and had a new engine put in last June.  I think it's the bolt that has the drip. 

aero3113

I would try to snug it if you can. Is it a bolt head or nut on the inside? Would be nice if you could get some sealant under it.

PartsMan

Bravo III ? Streering pin leak?

rinker270nb

It's bravo 3, looks to be a 9/16 bolt- directly above driveshaft. Discolor of grease leads me to think it's been dripping for a long time.  Current plan is to snug it up gently, then seal the outside of the drive.

craigswardmtb

That made me dizzy...  I cannot tell what bolt it is. If it's the swivel shaft you would likely see water running down the transom wall and water on the steering arm where it connects to the shaft.  Once that leaks there is nothing you can do but replace the seals. 

Michael T

I like that you noticed it, good catch. there is no substitute for checking around your bilge. I did it every couple of days with an led light. I hate to see water getting past any through hull fitting as that sets-up rot.

Lifes Good

Easiest option is to pull the boat out and run a bead of 5200 around the transom shield. Never leak again.