Leaking V-Drive

[seth]

My v-drive has been leaking pretty much since I got my boat. I had the bottom seal replaced by the dealer a year ago, but it still leaks. Is there anywhere else I should be looking for leaks? Should I replace the seal again?

[mjmaatman]

Check the hoses. I had a hose with a cracked fitting that was leaking. I was able to get my local Napa store to make me a new one, but it required trimming down the fittings prior to crimping them onto the hydraulic hose.

[seth]

Thanks! Ill check that out.