Recent content by Bumpo64

I have an 88 270 Amberjack with twin 5.7's. I had this exact issue with my starboard engine. Turned out to be the O-ring on the fuel filler cap letting water into the fuel tank. I did many of the same things that you have done. The problem would clear up only to reappear. I chased this issue for...

SO, those springs are not supposed to let water pass at idle? I saw that they are adjustable, should I tighten the nuts (shorten the springs) to increase the pressure on them? I had this housing apart to test the thermostat and don't recall seeing the "internal passage" you've mentioned. Is this...

I'm having the same issue with my 88 Amberjack (5.7). So far Iv'e replaced the impeller, pulled and tested the thermostat, checked spring balls for freedom of movement, removed and inspected the circulating pump. The circulating pump turns freely and had no leaks. The impeller in it is steel and...

As an additional note I would add that when you take the nylon lock nut off, to be sure that the stud stays tight. The position of that stud is important.

Thanks for the info! I did this over the weekend and just as soon as I find the gremlin that's causing my overheating issue, I'll let you know how it works.

As my brother, Charlie Brown, from a cartoon mother would say, ARRRRGGGGGHHHHH!

Perplexed! Idle speed overheating, STILL! New Impeller? Check! Thermostat?Check! Engine Circulating Pump? Check!

Oh, to have our first Sea Ray again! Our first was a 93, 250 Express. We bought it from a dealer in 99 with 150 hours on it. It had been rack stored (no bottom paint) and the full canvas camper top had never been used. It was flawless. Our second was a 96, 300 Sundancer. We also bought it from a...

New to the forum. Just bought our third Sea Ray. So far, not so good. Couldn't find a surveyor that would return a phone call prior to purchase and we're paying the price now! The boat is 115 miles from home and no closer to making the trip than it was a month ago when we closed on it. Found the...

Someday it'll be in the water.