Getting ready for spring . Changed the LU oil and drained out any remaining water . Put on my ear muffs and started the motor. Sounded great and started with only one crank. Now I'm concern bc I don't see any water coming out of peehole. What should I be worried about? I let it idle for about 5mins still no pee. 1995 3.0l merc 225hp any thought will help thanks
water must be wide open, watch temp ....that will tel ya if its working...
What was your WATER PRESSURE at idle?
Water exiting the CENTER of the prop?
WHEN was your water pump last replaced? (Recommended ANNUALLY in fishing applications)
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Originally Posted by xskeetshooter
what do you mean by "water must be wide open"?
ill have to check the water pressure at idle and yes water was spitting out from the prop and it slowly turns -
Does your LU have low water pick up holes (4 holes at the front of the bullet), If so the holes should be blocked before using the muffs.
Stick a wire up pee hole n see if mud donbbers made a nest
BILLY. 1995 202DCX ELITE TEAM FATBOY
& 2000 tracker PT185
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Days on the Water =5.
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Big fish 2-5.00000
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Big fish 5-@2.50
Had the same problem with my last boat and it was the water pump......it would pee just fine on the water but not on the muffs
George Brock
2015 920 Pro/XP
2015 Mercury 250 Pro/XS
Twin 8' Powerpole Blades
did you change the water pump? or was it safe on the water to drive without changing it? guess im just wondering if its needed - jsut took it out to the river and its peeing as well just not on the muffs
You need to tell us your water pressure @ idle and @ WOT. Pressure readings will determine if your water pump needs changed.
+1
AND... if it's not been replaced in the last 364 days... it's time for a water pump, anyway.
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