1997 330 Sundancer exhaust scoop

[knotenoughtime]

When my boat was pulled out of the water, I found out that I was missing the port side exhaust scoop. Does anyone know where to find one and what would be the adverse effects of running without one? Vibrations?

 

[tdschafer]

I'm not real sure but I think the design helps create a down draft that pulls the exhaust underwater when you are cruising. I thought I read that here on another thread. I would expect someone more knowledgable on this to chime in, Frank?

 

[Creekwood]

I would be concerned that some sea condition or running condition could force water back up into the engine with a disaster result for the engine.

 

[Alegria]

Is this the part?

http://www.searay-parts.com/Bronze_underwater_exhaust_port_p/hdwre-und exh 1215573-fslash-18030.htm

I believe the shape creates enough flow to keep the water to cool the engine flowing nicely. Don't know about running without one I too would be concerned with water flow for cooling...

Good Luck!

 

[rumrunner]

I do not believe the exhasut port has anything to do with cooling the motor. I believe it is more of a "sound" thing. The water that cools the motor is brought in through a brass pickup that leads directly to a sea strainer, then to engine. The water exists through the side of the boat. The exhasut is directed through the bottom. Like you, the guy a few boats down lost his this season and did not know it until he hauled out last fall.

 

[Sea Ray Mark]

I lost mine last year when I hit a piece of wood on my way to the winter storage marina. I found a replacement part by searching online and I think it cost about $350 - $400. If you decide not to replace it be sure to do something about the four mounting holes in the bottom of your boat. They go all the way through! Mark

 

[Johnl]

I noticed during winter layup my port side exhaust was also missing. Does anyone know how to replace, the screw or bolts are sheared.

 

[trukschroeder]

I'm sure you found one by now but if not Marine Max got one for me and shipped direct to my house for as good of a price as anywhere else i looked.