Broken impeller

alldodge

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I did pull the hose off the HE and stuck a hose in it...it did back flow

Ya know, if the piece is stuck in the valve water would flow backwards
 

poconojoe

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It sounds like you need to practice retrieving your boat. No disrespect. But since you've ran it dry twice, I think you need to relax, slow down and get a routine down for yourself.
Sometimes people can get anxious or pressured at the ramp. I'm not saying this your problem, but I've seen it happen. People rush, for whatever reason, and make mistakes.
We're here to help, so I hope you don't get offended.
When retrieving your boat...SLOWLY power toward the center of the trailer. Then when you're certain you are on your mark, shut down the engine and trim up your drive as you coast onto your trailer. If there's wind or current, compensate for that. It's all about knowing your boat and dealing with the elements around you. Practice and most of all repetition. Repetition is important because if you constantly perform a procedure the same way every time, you won't forget any of the steps.
On a side note...the depth of your trailer is very important too. Too deep and you'll float over your bunks/rollers. Too shallow and you'll be working hard cranking your winch.
 

rickasbury

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No offense at all Joe...this is a really weird ramp and I just have to deal with it better...
 

poconojoe

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No offense at all Joe...this is a really weird ramp and I just have to deal with it better...

Yeah, some ramps can have their own challenges. Some short deep and steep, some long and shallow, some dirt, some concrete. There's one by me that has violent waves from boat traffic. Sometimes a nice ramp can have hidden holes at the end from people power loading.
It all adds to the joys of boating!
 
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