Force 150hp water pump question

[Bloft]

Hello all this is my first time here and was wondering if anyone could help me out. I have a 150hp Force motor with a bad water pump. What's the best way or only way getting to it? Do I need to drop the lower unit and if so how do I? I've noticed that there are 6 bolts on the bottom and I've taken those out. What's the next step? Thanks!

 

[c_douce]

Re: Force 150hp water pump question

yes you will have to drop it and there is another bolt under the cover, what year is it?

 

[john from md]

Re: Force 150hp water pump question

You have to remove the lower. There are two bolts holding the snout on that have to be removed before getting the hidden bolt out. Be careful when you are removing the lower bolts as if they have corroded, they will snap easily. You can drill them out and install and helicoil but it is a pain that you would do well to avoid.

Get a Clymer Force Outboard Shop Manual before starting the job.

John

 

[Bloft]

Re: Force 150hp water pump question

Thanks for the information about the bolts to the snout. I was getting a little confused why they lower wasn't coming off. I got the lower off and the water pump kit installed and everything is now in working order. Thanks again! BTW I have a 91 Force motor