Rotorhead58
Member
- Jun 13, 2020
- 46
- Boat Info
- Owner of a “new to me” 2007, 260 Sundeck, with a 5.7L, Bravo III.
- Engines
- Merc 5.7
The way the engine sits, and some of the add on’s the previous owner has installed, I’d need another 12” in arm length and probably the same on the ratchet extension to reach the bolts to the housing. Agree with you on the manifolds though.Looks like you're on your way to better boating days. I've taken the water pump off a single I/O in the past and it really wasn't that bad. Depends on the room in front of the engine but I wouldn't go pulling the engine before giving it a try. Manifolds are also not a really hard job for a single I/O while in the boat. It will definitely be cheaper than buying a new boat and doing the work yourself along with shopping for parts online will keep it down to a minimal amount gives you a great sense of satisfaction!
Again, I’ll show my findings on this thread for others use in the future, but if I pull the engine, I’ll start a new thread with step by step instructions of what I do. More to follow...
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