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    MINUMUM WATER PRESSURE FOR A 250 PRO XS

    I WAS GOING TO RAISE MY MOTOR AND WAS WONDERING WHAT THE LOWEST THE WATER PRESSURE SHOULD BE. OR WHAT PRESSURE DO YOU NOT WANT TO LET IT GET BELOW. IT IS A 2010 250 PRO XS. THANKS
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    Re: MINUMUM WATER PRESSURE FOR A 250 PRO XS (GOTTA BIG SACK)

    From FAQ

    "General" Water pressure MINIMUM requirements by engine type:

    3.0/3.2L & Verado 1.5 to 3psi at idle, 15 psi at WOT
    2.5 Liter: 2-5 psi at idle, 12 psi at WOT.

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    Re: MINUMUM WATER PRESSURE FOR A 250 PRO XS (GOTTA BIG SACK)

    BARE minimum WOT pressure: 15 psi (prefer to see 18+ psi for safe measure)



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