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Forum: Engines 07-02-2016, 08:53 PM
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Posted By mmwjr
Typically saltwater boats use a 140 t-stat and...

Typically saltwater boats use a 140 t-stat and freshwater use the 160.

The engine is more efficient at 160 but the warmer temp allow for salt crystals to form.

BTY you can call me Mike
Forum: Engines 07-02-2016, 01:51 AM
Replies: 20
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Posted By mmwjr
I am refering to both the riser and manifold. ...

I am refering to both the riser and manifold.

Yes they typically are replaced as pairs.
Forum: Engines 07-02-2016, 12:43 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,091
Posted By mmwjr
Not the end of the world and should get you...

Not the end of the world and should get you through this season without any issues.

How old is the exhaust? May just be time to replace it however I guess Lake Erie is not salty but you do have...
Forum: Engines 06-29-2016, 11:31 AM
Replies: 20
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Posted By mmwjr
IMO this is a waste of time for a boat raw water...

IMO this is a waste of time for a boat raw water cooled engine. You can remove the hoses from the manifolds and flush water into them but you will need to bypass the raw water pump. this is done with...
Forum: Engines 06-28-2016, 10:14 PM
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Posted By mmwjr
Then you'll still to get to the inner connection...

Then you'll still to get to the inner connection to install a block off plate.
Forum: Engines 06-28-2016, 02:56 AM
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Posted By mmwjr
When you did the bellows did you replace the...

When you did the bellows did you replace the water hose as well. Bravo water hose on the transom assemblies are know to clog over time as instead of a barbed fitting and hose clamp it uses a plastic...
Forum: Engines 06-28-2016, 02:51 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,091
Posted By mmwjr
T-stat housing should be at what the t-stat...

T-stat housing should be at what the t-stat installed, 140 or 160 F.

Exhaust should be about 120 F.
Forum: Engines 06-28-2016, 02:49 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,091
Posted By mmwjr
The bearing should not see water as a seal should...

The bearing should not see water as a seal should keep it dry. Water would destroy the bearing. May have a bad ball in the bearing and after a few turns wore off the imperfection.
Forum: Engines 06-27-2016, 10:06 PM
Replies: 20
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Posted By mmwjr
Open system? If yes 180 is too hot. When you have...

Open system? If yes 180 is too hot. When you have the IR sensor start with the t-stat then the exhaust and report you readings.
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