Also, I’ve installed the water pump impeller clockwise 4 separate times, and each time I take it back apart, the vanes are magically flipped counter clockwise, confused there as well.
Tim, compression is good, head gaskets are good. Tore the powerhead off and checked upper water tube in the mid section. Looked good. Everything seems to be okay. Only thing I can think at this point is the powerhead base gasket. Just wondering how the exhaust would build enough pressure with...
I believe everything with the water pump is good. I threw the lower unit into a tub of water and spun the pump with a drill and it shot out a good amount of water. I checked head gaskets and they didn’t look too bad so I don’t think head gaskets were an issue. I think I’m going to pull the...
I believe all lines and valves are clear. I ran it today without the thermostat covers even on, no water came out but I did notice (not a lot of pressure) but a noticeable puff on the hand when feeling by the open thermostat holes. I’m thinking I might have a bad head gasket or some odd gasket...
Hello, not a mechanic by any means. I purchased this boat about a year ago. It runs strong, but has had cooling problems since I got it. I have rebuilt the entire water pump, housing and all. There are no thermostats in the engine right now. I’m getting no water to the heads/ out of the...