9.8 no water tail

[medburd]

I need some help...<br /><br />I have no water exiting the outboard, took the water pump apart (it was destroyed) and replaced it. Now there is still no water... I think the remains of the water pump impeller are in the engine.....<br /><br />Does anyone have any ideas on how to ensure I have clean water passages? I don't want to overheat it.<br /><br /><br />Nissan 9.8 ~4 years old.<br /><br />Thanks in advance...

 

[jmoser]

Re: 9.8 no water tail

If your motor can take a flushing plug attachment I would first try garden hose pressure to see if you can get circulation. The 'earmuff' style flusher may work as well but a threaded hose adaptor is best. Check the owners manual to see if it is OK to run the engine with flushing setup - that is the best way to check.<br /><br />Is the water INTAKE port blocked maybe? no water in = no water out, that would also explain the destruction of the old impeller (and the new one too unfortunately.)<br /><br />Are you positive you did not install the impeller backwards? Not familiar with this model but the Evinrude impeller I last did was a rubber flapper wheel style that could have easily been twisted into position with the 'S' shapes the wrong way.

 

[medburd]

Re: 9.8 no water tail

I was almost positive that I installed it properly but obviously am willing to remove and reinspect for that reason.<br /><br />any other suggestions on how to ensure that there are no blockages, tricks of the trade, anything is appreciated

 

[TOHATSU GURU]

Re: 9.8 no water tail

Drop the lower unit back off, then blow compressed air back through the prop hub or one of the exhaust ports.