Water pump pressure

ROCKFISH

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I recently changed my water pump on my '89 50hp Evinrude. I noticed when I test ran it in the driveway with a flush boot that the water pressure indicated on my dash pressure gauge was not as much as I am use to seeing when I am running in the water. I am seeing good flow from the tube on the motor even when it is idling and wondering if I would expect greater pressure readings on my dash gauge when I am under full power in the water? Should I be concerned?
 

Hooty

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Oct 2, 2001
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Re: Water pump pressure

You didn't say which engine you have but my V6 haz about 18-20psi water pressure at wfo which is 5800-6000rpm. This is on the water, moving, not on the hose. On the hose at idle, 6-8psi.<br /><br />c/6<br /><br />Hooty
 
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