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Forum: Troubleshooting 12-28-2023, 06:45 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,236
Posted By Easy Rider
Seems to me the problem could be that your not...

Seems to me the problem could be that your not getting enough water through to the engine when the rev's are up and under load. I would begin by simplifying the set up you have between the through...
Forum: Exhaust System 08-28-2023, 07:34 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,272
Posted By Easy Rider
It might not work in other areas but I've found...

It might not work in other areas but I've found by taking the old worn black parts to the plumbing wholesaler they will have gathered all the parts for me in minutes. I do try to not go at busy...
Forum: Troubleshooting 08-22-2023, 04:19 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,869
Posted By Easy Rider
Sounds too simple but you might want to go back...

Sounds too simple but you might want to go back and check the new ignition switch wiring.
Forum: Troubleshooting 07-09-2023, 03:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 754
Posted By Easy Rider
Me thinks it would be better to install the new,...

Me thinks it would be better to install the new, to be bought pump, and keep the old one for a spare. Not sure if I would even trust the old one as a spare.
Forum: Troubleshooting 07-07-2023, 02:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 687
Posted By Easy Rider
Looking at the way the safety wire in the nut has...

Looking at the way the safety wire in the nut has turned to the left and loosened might be an indication that the nut loosened on its own possibly by the keyway slug being too loose to begin with. ...
Forum: Cooling System 03-13-2023, 08:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,683
Posted By Easy Rider
I've pressed seals in by using a socket against...

I've pressed seals in by using a socket against the seal and then pressing them in gently using a vice. This method distributes the pressure equally around the seal. Just one other way.
Forum: Cooling System 01-01-2023, 12:20 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,309
Posted By Easy Rider
Re the overheating problem. The first thing I...

Re the overheating problem. The first thing I would do is check the through hull valve to see that it is not plugged. Disconnect the intake hose from the through hull valve and then open it up. You...
Forum: Troubleshooting 09-20-2022, 11:28 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,144
Posted By Easy Rider
It seems to me that you're pump could be just...

It seems to me that you're pump could be just sucking air. You might just need to prime your strainer by making sure it's full and making sure the seal is tight. I've had your situation in the past...
Forum: Troubleshooting 07-19-2022, 12:36 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,005
Posted By Easy Rider
I recalled and meant to add that yesterday...

I recalled and meant to add that yesterday removing the basket filter top was significantly more difficult than normal. It (filter) was completely empty of water and felt as if under strong vacuum...
Forum: Troubleshooting 11-20-2021, 11:29 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,604
Posted By Easy Rider
Red face If it's over heating the first and simplest thing...

If it's over heating the first and simplest thing I would do is remove the fitting at the aft end of the manifold where the water line to the exhaust is connected and confirm that it's not plugged up...
Forum: Fuel System 11-29-2018, 10:51 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 9,075
Posted By Easy Rider
First thing I would suspect is the problem is the...

First thing I would suspect is the problem is the "O" ring under the lid. You need to carefully remove the cover and have a look. Be sure to turn off the fuel upstream from the filter usually...
Forum: Cooling System 06-18-2017, 01:35 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,893
Posted By Easy Rider
Try removing the fitting at the aft end of the...

Try removing the fitting at the aft end of the manifold where the water exits the manifold and see if it's clogged. Some crud might have dislodged when the engine overheated because of lack of flow....
Forum: General Interest 08-06-2016, 08:17 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,105
Posted By Easy Rider
I know its not what your looking for but I gotta...

I know its not what your looking for but I gotta say I think my best tool on the boat is the Moyer Marine Manual.
Forum: Drive Train / Propellers 07-08-2016, 06:38 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,987
Posted By Easy Rider
Smile "Most of us regulars scan all the recently edited...

"Most of us regulars scan all the recently edited threads on a regular basis, but not everyone is as demented as me".

I guess I must also be one of the demented ones (and happy to admit it). ...
Forum: Drive Train / Propellers 06-23-2016, 07:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,504
Posted By Easy Rider
Smile Nice to hear about a good marine mechanic who...

Nice to hear about a good marine mechanic who seems to know what was needed and kept you informed. We don't hear that very often here.
Forum: Cooling System 06-08-2016, 08:07 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 9,127
Posted By Easy Rider
Ok, so before you take the side plate off try...

Ok, so before you take the side plate off try disconnecting that hose between the thermostat housing and the manifold and crank her over. If no water exits the thermostat housing then the blockage...
Forum: Cooling System 06-08-2016, 12:52 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 9,127
Posted By Easy Rider
Re-read post #2 and check to see if the fitting...

Re-read post #2 and check to see if the fitting is plugged. Remove it from the manifold for a proper examination. It's a known location for Krap buildup if you're raw water cooled and it's easy to...
Forum: Cooling System 05-31-2016, 11:47 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 12,965
Posted By Easy Rider
FWIW. I've done a ton of work using various...

FWIW. I've done a ton of work using various sanding equipment and I wouldn't even think about trying this job with a "buzzy" as Shawn calls them. You would need to be blessed with a miricle for it...
Forum: Introductions 10-28-2015, 08:02 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 21,830
Posted By Easy Rider
"If you are new to sailing, I wouldn't spend the...

"If you are new to sailing, I wouldn't spend the time or the money to install any inboard, diesel or gas, in your current boat. Get on Craigslist and find a longshaft 9.9 outboard and let her rip!...
Forum: Troubleshooting 08-07-2015, 12:36 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,686
Posted By Easy Rider
Brad, I couldn't clearly pick out the rattle...

Brad,

I couldn't clearly pick out the rattle on the video but I'm deafer than a post anyway (kind of a blessing sometimes) but just to eliminate the possibility of the rattle coming from the...
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