mrsrobinson
Well-Known Member
Got it out, got the new one in, got the boat back together, taking her for a cruise later today or tomorrow morning.
Taking the exhaust pipes off wasn't as difficult as I thought it would be and gave great access to that side. I went ahead and gunked that side of the engine.and cleaned the bilge as well while they were off.
For those following along at home and want to tackle the starboard engine themselves, cut yourself a thick piece of foam to go over top of the fuel tank mount. I wish I would have done that, I balled up a towel. That's where your left cheek will be if you're facing stern.
One of goof ups, and I did it on both engines, was I put the plate back on and realized I forgot to pop on that plastic little thing that goes over the end.
I got lucky with both keys, only had to make a couple turns, and I did that with Frank's bolt, to get it aligned. Pay attention to where the slot is before you put the new one in.
Taking the exhaust pipes off wasn't as difficult as I thought it would be and gave great access to that side. I went ahead and gunked that side of the engine.and cleaned the bilge as well while they were off.
For those following along at home and want to tackle the starboard engine themselves, cut yourself a thick piece of foam to go over top of the fuel tank mount. I wish I would have done that, I balled up a towel. That's where your left cheek will be if you're facing stern.
One of goof ups, and I did it on both engines, was I put the plate back on and realized I forgot to pop on that plastic little thing that goes over the end.
I got lucky with both keys, only had to make a couple turns, and I did that with Frank's bolt, to get it aligned. Pay attention to where the slot is before you put the new one in.