rocket1968
Petty Officer 2nd Class
- Joined
- Feb 18, 2008
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- 125
1976 Mercruiser, 165 I/O I6
My POS boat made it through another year of hasslefree boating, but during the final time out the hydraulics made that well known increasing higher pitched tone as the absence of fluid was apparent. There is a nice collection of oil in the hull that will be removed today confirming it is not just low, but a major leak is in need of repair.
I replaced one of the lines a few years ago and it was easy to identify what was needed. This time it is leaking from the bottom of the pump.
I am looking for the following info:
Is there any type of gasket or ring I will need when replacing the hose?
What is the part number for this hose?
Any recommendations on repair. (wrench sizes, what to do first)
Can the pump be removed to make the bottom easier to access?
Thanks to all on this forum, it helps me keep the boating cost down and the fun time up! I told my wife I will get a new boat when this one dies and she will not allow me to put any money in it (except for little things like a hydraulic line). She might be waiting a while!
My POS boat made it through another year of hasslefree boating, but during the final time out the hydraulics made that well known increasing higher pitched tone as the absence of fluid was apparent. There is a nice collection of oil in the hull that will be removed today confirming it is not just low, but a major leak is in need of repair.
I replaced one of the lines a few years ago and it was easy to identify what was needed. This time it is leaking from the bottom of the pump.
I am looking for the following info:
Is there any type of gasket or ring I will need when replacing the hose?
What is the part number for this hose?
Any recommendations on repair. (wrench sizes, what to do first)
Can the pump be removed to make the bottom easier to access?
Thanks to all on this forum, it helps me keep the boating cost down and the fun time up! I told my wife I will get a new boat when this one dies and she will not allow me to put any money in it (except for little things like a hydraulic line). She might be waiting a while!