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4/19/2009
ROCKET, Marine Mechanic
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yes you need to find that broken impeller
try back flushing the system
sometimes they get caught under the thermostat, so look there also
if you do not find it, it might be time to pull the riser's off and inspect them
yes you need to find that broken impeller
try back flushing the system
sometimes they get caught under the thermostat, so look there also
if you do not find it, it might be time to pull the riser's off and inspect them
take your hoses off and use a garden hose
you have an oil cooler on there, the impeller usually says right there
you have an oil cooler on there, the impeller usually says right there
ROCKET, Marine Mechanic
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Experience: I HAVE BEEN WORKING ON BOATS OVER 25 YEARS
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