1975 merc 165 water pump impeller

RichieRich

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I got a 1975 merc 165 and i have to do the water pump impeller does anyone have any advise on it or have some pictures on how to do it.

Thanks
 

Bt Doctur

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Re: 1975 merc 165 water pump impeller

you will find the manuals in the Adults Only section.
 

ziggy

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Re: 1975 merc 165 water pump impeller

+ you'll want service manual #2.

it has the pics and instructions in it you seek..
 

RichieRich

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Re: 1975 merc 165 water pump impeller

thanks bt but i looked and did not find my yr or engine in there or am i just stupid lol
 

Bondo

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Re: 1975 merc 165 water pump impeller

or am i just stupid lol

Ayuh,... At only 6 posts it's Too early to tell,....:D

In the Adults Only section at the top of this forum, click on the Manuals thread...
Then click on Manual #2...
 

RichieRich

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Re: 1975 merc 165 water pump impeller

thanks i found it

I called a mechanic and he told me he would put it in for $60. Is that right or should I not have him come out that just seems to cheap.
 

ziggy

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Re: 1975 merc 165 water pump impeller

$60 is pretty reasonable. maybe he's real hungry?

the impeller is a yearly inspection item. it's not the easiest to go get, not the worst either. but if yer gonna be working on your boat, ya might as well get yer trusty service manual and your tools out and go get it yourself. if you don't understand something. post up your question here and many folks would just love to help ya out. imho the alpha1 impellers are most fragile. never run w/o water. i've been R&Ring my impeller yearly. they always look somewhat worn (permanently curled and cracked on inside of blades). it is also one of the more important items that will keep you engine running in the proper temp range.
 

RichieRich

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Re: 1975 merc 165 water pump impeller

thanks for the info everyone if i come up with a problem ill post
 
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