mercruiser 3.0 Steam around head area

[romer5]

I am considering buying a used boat (1990 Glastron Sierra 170) that I has the condition listed as the subject. I am interested in opinions on the most likely cause and extent of damage as I will be completing an inspection next week. <br />Other facts:<br />supposedly did not overheat<br />engine cranks fine<br />no oil in water or milky substance<br />am being told minor repair - possible cylinder head crack or gasket leak<br /><br />What should I be checking, and how, to determine the extent of the needed repairs?

 

[lou_ky_it]

Re: mercruiser 3.0 Steam around head area

Right to the point here, I would not buy the boat. Why start out needing to possibly have the head replaced?

 

[Don S]

Re: mercruiser 3.0 Steam around head area

am being told minor repair - possible cylinder head crack or gasket leak

I am assuming the seller is the one saying it's minor.<br />Wonder why he doesn't fix this "Minor" problem before trying to sell it....... or maybe it isn't minor and he just wants to get rid of it while it still runs so he doesn't have to throw lots of money at it.

 

[Bondo]

Re: mercruiser 3.0 Steam around head area

am being told minor repair - possible cylinder head crack or gasket leak<br />

Just factor in an Extra Couple Grand to cover the Little Stuff................. <br />

What should I be checking, and how, to determine the extent of the needed repairs?

A Compression Test,...... A Leak-Down Test,..... And a Cooling System Pressure Test,......<br /><br />I'm Sure you'll find the Issues by then............. <br /><br />Oh,.... I Almost Forgot,........ Look over,+ Pressure Test the Manifold.............