R21ec Raw water pump drip

[ohioan55]

I noticed today that I have a few drips (about 1 drip every 5 secs) coming from the back side of my raw water pump. This is on a 2015 R21ec with a Volvo D1-30 engine. I doesn't seem to be effecting operation as the engine is running good and at the correct temp. Is this a problem, and if so, is there a seal to be replaced? I uploaded a pic to my album.

 

[bob daily]

You could live with the leak for some time, but will only get worse. I would get all parts for a rebuild or a new pump and have on hand then hope it does not fail until your next down time. And nice job on the rudder angle indicator I have one on my boat and is one of the best upgrades I've done. Bob

 

[ohioan55]

Thanks Bob. I'll round up the parts then.

 

[Newf]

Pretty easy seal changeout. It can be done with the pump left in place but with the pomp so easy to remove I just took mine off and replaced the seal on the work bench.