Strange Engine/Outdrive Happenings

rml

Seaman
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May 15, 2002
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After running at various speeds and in the 190-210 degree ballpark on the temperature guage, my 1989 (350GM/OMC King Cobra) IO loses power and runs really rough (shaking, rumbling and even some banging) then she quits. It is a real nasty sounding event. This has happened twice now and I open the hatch, check the oil (clean and full), start her back up (starts and runs fine) then bring 'er back to the dock. Does this sound familiar to anyone?<br /><br />Regards,<br /><br /> --rml
 

clanton

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Re: Strange Engine/Outdrive Happenings

The temp guage is correct, and the engine is raw water cooled, it is overheating.
 

rml

Seaman
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Re: Strange Engine/Outdrive Happenings

Thanks clanton - what should the "normal" operating range be for the 350/OMC combo?
 
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