Replacement of thermostats on Johnson 88spl

[rk2fish]

I was thinking of replacing the thermostats on my 88spl because of the salt water I use it in.<br />Is is pretty easy to replace or should I just take it in? I have a clymers manual which say's that <br />the cover is by the exhaust but I can't find it. Thanks, Rodney

 

[DJ]

Re: Replacement of thermostats on Johnson 88spl

rk2fish,<br /><br />Do a search on this board for this subject. <br /><br />Yes, you can do it. The thermostats are located on the back of the engine between the cylinder banks.<br /><br />Look at the bottom of each head and you will see two large hoses that run from the heads to a manifold. That is where your thermostats are.<br /><br />It can be done, but it is tedious.