Reverse Gear Filter

[Bigsky]

Hey All, does anyone know if there's a trick to getting the reverse gear filter cover back on? I've replaced the O rings which are the same size as the old ones. Is it a matter of working the larger O ring under the cap while tapping down. Seems too tight a fit. Have an R25sc with the Volvo D3. Any help much appreciated.

Cheers, Bill

 

[1Harrison]

I did oil changes yesterday and as always it took a couple attempts to seat the O-ring properly. Had an R-25s nd now have a R-29s. In both boats these covers seem a bit vulnerable. Would like to know the thinking in their design. However, applying pressure on the cap while tightening usually works.

 

[Bigsky]

Thanks for the reply 1Harrison. Lightbulb went off (pretty dim). The hex bolt is supposed to expand/contract the O ring within the filter cap. I was able to get the cap off without it loosening the ring. Just have to get to a vise to loosen it for reattaching.