Raw water pumps are sometimes removed from Volvo Penta marine engines in order to get to other parts to fix damage or customize the machine. Removing the pump is usually an easy job as it is often just a matter of removing some bolts and a gasket from the main body of the machine. Installing the pump, however, can be a different matter altogether, especially if you lose track of how the machine was initially constructed. Installing your water pump correctly is essential to maintaining a cool and well primed motor.
Before installing a water pump on your machine you should make sure that it is in top condition and has been cleaned thoroughly, so there are no oil marks or lingering signs of corrosion. The next step for installing a water pump on your boat motor is to collect the parts and tools of the right type and size for the project. By using the correct size of hosing, for example, you can easily avoid long term corrosion and wear and tear to the pump and machinery.
When you are ready to install the water pump on your outboard motor, you can start by removing the bolts from the bottom of the motor housing. Most models of outboard motor will have three to four bolts around the perimeter of the water-proof housing. After removing the bolts you should be able to easily slide the housing of the marine engine apart to be able to access the electrical wiring and the impeller in the drive-shaft.
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