Question about telltale hole...

Rocky4052

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This is a 1966 Merc 500 50hp 4 cyl. I'm trying to clear line to tell tale hole. I'm using weedeater line and got it to go in just over a foot, but no further. How far should that line go in? Will I be able to access it from below when I change the impeller? I have the prop in a barrel of water right now, and tried compressed air thru the hose from the top and there was no air coming out the bottom [no bubbles] so I am assuming it is really blocked. I'm waiting for my manual to come in before I tear anything apart. Any info would be greatly appreciated. There seems to be very knowlegable people on this site more than willing to help out! Thanks, Dan
 

Clams Canino

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Re: Question about telltale hole...

Just replace the rubber hose if it's that much trouble.

-W
 

Rocky4052

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Re: Question about telltale hole...

The hose itself isn't blocked---the line goes in a little way beyond that point.
 

diaric

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Re: Question about telltale hole...

ROCKY,, I'm going to an auction right away. if you haven't got answer by the time i get back, I'll pull the top off mine and see how far it goes. As I have the same motor, it'll let you know.
 
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