Piomarine
Well-known member
The flywheel nut came off without any fuss...the flywheel itself complained the whole time! It jumped nearly 2” off the spindle when it finally popped.
The lower unit is off. I got the garage cleaned up and a usable workspace opened up right next to my work bench so no issues there. I have not opened up the lower unit yet to look at the gear box or the clutch dog. Based on everything I’ve seen up to now I’m not too worried about them but I’d still like to check. And I’m almost certain I’m going to need a new water pump. New impeller to be sure. Pretty sure that’s what caused my lock up in the first place!
Having gotten a look at the points and condensers it looks like the points are fine, it bright, shiny metal and they look to be in good shape. The condensers are shot. I’m sure I can find a part number on them but I seen to recall Pappy saying something about current stock being not very good, but clarification on that and where to find some decent ones would be appreciated.
There has also been a fair amount of discussion regarding top and bottom crankshaft bearings and seals. If I want to inspect/replace those won’t I still need to pull and split the crank case?
Final question for now...how do I pull off the ignition system? I see the plate with the points and condensers but for the life of me cannot see where they separate from the powerhead.
The lower unit is off. I got the garage cleaned up and a usable workspace opened up right next to my work bench so no issues there. I have not opened up the lower unit yet to look at the gear box or the clutch dog. Based on everything I’ve seen up to now I’m not too worried about them but I’d still like to check. And I’m almost certain I’m going to need a new water pump. New impeller to be sure. Pretty sure that’s what caused my lock up in the first place!
Having gotten a look at the points and condensers it looks like the points are fine, it bright, shiny metal and they look to be in good shape. The condensers are shot. I’m sure I can find a part number on them but I seen to recall Pappy saying something about current stock being not very good, but clarification on that and where to find some decent ones would be appreciated.
There has also been a fair amount of discussion regarding top and bottom crankshaft bearings and seals. If I want to inspect/replace those won’t I still need to pull and split the crank case?
Final question for now...how do I pull off the ignition system? I see the plate with the points and condensers but for the life of me cannot see where they separate from the powerhead.