Don, I appreciate your instructions for plugging the top water intake holes on the Torque Master Gear Case. Holds good water pressure in turns. I had to trim way down and watch the motor temperature before the plugs were installed.![]()
Don, I appreciate your instructions for plugging the top water intake holes on the Torque Master Gear Case. Holds good water pressure in turns. I had to trim way down and watch the motor temperature before the plugs were installed.![]()
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Help...
I've searcedh all over looking for said instructions. Where can I find them???
Was thinking about tapping the top 3 holes and installing short allen head screws with Locktite...
Here's a link to the last thread that includes instructions, drill and tap size, etc.
If you need the appropriate plugs, I keep them in "bulk" to save you guys some money....![]()
http://www.bbcboards.net...takes
Dual Mercury Master Technician- for Mercury Outboards, Mercruiser and Mercury Racing at European Marine in Greenville, SC.
Still consider myself a "Marine Apprentice" after 48 years (learn something new every day).
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Hi Don-Happy Thanksgiving. Please repost the thread link. I am receiving an error-"Not authorized to edit" when I try to open it. Thanks again.![]()
Link fixed... here it is again.
http://www.bbcboards.net...wpics
Dual Mercury Master Technician- for Mercury Outboards, Mercruiser and Mercury Racing at European Marine in Greenville, SC.
Still consider myself a "Marine Apprentice" after 48 years (learn something new every day).
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Yeah Don Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family. Thanks for all you do for us here![]()
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Don,
If one has the opportunity to do this is there a negative side to doing this?
Why would Mercury make the holes if they would be better off plugged? I am thinking of doing it if I could benefit from it.
Thanks
Mark Cobb
Windham, ME
Not all 3L gearcases are running at 70+ MPH, mounted to 6"+ jackplates.
The increased engine height (and subsequent drop in water pressure if the upper holes are exposed to air or aerated water) is the only reason to consider plugging them.![]()
What's your water pressure at WOT?
Dual Mercury Master Technician- for Mercury Outboards, Mercruiser and Mercury Racing at European Marine in Greenville, SC.
Still consider myself a "Marine Apprentice" after 48 years (learn something new every day).
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20 or better. No issue that appears but I do see a good drop when I corner....
Mark Cobb
Windham, ME
As long as you can maintain 15+ in turns, you're ok.
Dual Mercury Master Technician- for Mercury Outboards, Mercruiser and Mercury Racing at European Marine in Greenville, SC.
Still consider myself a "Marine Apprentice" after 48 years (learn something new every day).
Mercury Parts, Mercury Outboards, Smartcraft & Accessories, Injector Service, TDR Reeds- BBC Sponsor