Carbon Drive Seal

[Draikes]

While I was looking for things that may cause excessive vibration I noticed the boot had a lot of play back and forth. I haven't took off yet but appears the carbon seal is missing.
Would that cause excessive vibration?
Also when I replace how many components should I replace while I have it tore down?

 

[mikidymac]

Pictures?

IF the carbon seal is missing the ski will sink within seconds of hitting the water.

 

[Draikes]

Maybe it's just worn then. I can move the boot back and forth. Maybe I just need to tighten the clamp some more.

 

[mikidymac]

The boots do have movement. The only thing that should take some effort is pulling the boot back towards the pump.

 

[Draikes]

I went and checked, it's worn out from wear. How much should I replace when I tear apart?

 

[Draikes]

With the boot clamped to the carbon seal I can probably move it back and forth 1/16".

 

[mikidymac]

With the boot clamped to the carbon seal I can probably move it back and forth 1/16".

That is pretty normal.

If you want to replace it I would do the kit that has the boot, carbon ring and stainless hat.