8 HP Johnson Sailmaster Impellar & cleanout ?

kenwitt

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Pls veify [ for sure ] impellar rotation.. 1980's <br />vintage<br /><br />I see a bolt next to the intake screen , but looks as if screen is a special press fit.. how do you remove?<br /><br />would like to clean out cooling passages.. any short cuts to try?<br /><br />help is really appreciated... tx ken
 

Chinewalker

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Re: 8 HP Johnson Sailmaster Impellar & cleanout ?

Hi Ken,<br /> The impeller will self-right once the motor is running, but for the sake of the installation, the shaft rotates clockwise...<br /> I believe the bolt holds the plastic screen in place - nothing's going to jump out at you if you remove it...<br /> Best way to clean out the cooling passages is to remove the cylinder head and exhaust cover - but it's not the easiest way... If the motor is a salty, it might be risky, as bolts can be brittle...<br />- Scott
 
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