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    OMC I/O Head Gaskets

    I am about to change a leaking head gasket on a 2.3 litre OMC I/O. This unit operates in salt water 6 weeks/year. a) can you use a premium automotive gasket like Felpro, or b) is there a replacement marine gasket designed for salt water application, or c) does it even matter
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    restrictor disc

    Has anyone ever used a restrictor disc in place of a thermostat on an I/O? If so what diameter hole would you use for a 4 cylinder Ford. We used to use a disc with a hole in it to restrict the water flow in place of a thermostat on our small block Chev sportsman motors. I'm having dofficulty...
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    Thermostats

    I use my 2.3Litre OMC sterndrive mostly in fresh water. Three times a year I use it in salt water. Despite thorough flushing, the engine thermostat seizes open after salt water use. Is there a stainless thermostat or some other solution available for this problem?
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