salty motor ... inside scrub

[spete]

I've found out that the onboard flush hose on the Yamaha isn't for flushing the entire engine or meant to be used to run motor to flush internal workings = I've been leaving a lot of salt water inside my motor. Wondering if there is a good cleaner like CLR I can use or CRC rust inhibitor I can spray inside to dissovle/remove any corrosion that's built up on the inside?

 

[DJ]

Re: salty motor ... inside scrub

Spete,<br /><br />Try a product caled "Salt Away".

 

[Jack Shellac]

Re: salty motor ... inside scrub

Yeah, Salt Away is a good product. I run exclusively in salt water and it does a good job of cleaning.

 

[jim dozier]

Re: salty motor ... inside scrub

Salt away? Available where?

 

[DJ]

Re: salty motor ... inside scrub

Try: www.westmarine.com

 

[spete]

Re: salty motor ... inside scrub

Thanks for the suggestion ... know where i can get it? I'm also looking for a bra-type flush contraption to fit the lower unit of my motor which has a low-water pickpup. I was told Bob's machine, but I did not see one there.<br /><br />Thanks again!

 

[DJ]

Re: salty motor ... inside scrub

Spete,<br /><br />I would think many marinas or marine supply stores in coatal Texas would carry it. It's very popular around coastal areas.<br /><br />Can't help you with the flushing device you're looking for. You may want to consider a cut down plastic 55 gallon drum. There are lots of those around from the Y2K scare.

 

[zzzzz]

Re: salty motor ... inside scrub

SPETE- try a Merc dealer...part#849996T 1 or part# 848703A 1...they should have a picture in the Merc Accessories Guide or call me and I'll fax a picture(941)629-5300..Bob

 

[spete]

Re: salty motor ... inside scrub

appreciate the response - wondering how the Salt Away is infused into flush water if using a hose or if i must use a barrel to mix and run through system?

 

[zzzzz]

Re: salty motor ... inside scrub

Spete-the Salt Terminator made by Kwik Tek has a kit you buy 1st time with with hose fittings that allow hookup between flusher and hose-simple screw together hookup...then you buy terminator by the gallon

 

[Walker]

Re: salty motor ... inside scrub

heck spete, just make a lap around Lake Travis. That ought to flush it good.

 

[Hawaiian]

Re: salty motor ... inside scrub

I have heard that the Salt Away product contains mostly vinegar. How about adding a little white vinegar to a 55 gallon tub when flushing motor instead?

 

[spete]

Re: salty motor ... inside scrub

10-4 walker ... that's what I outta do! I checked out the salt terminator last night and it's pretty pricey - $20 a gallon or $16 for the small jug with the hose fitting.