Hi Guys,
I know nothing about outboard motors, so i am hoping someone can help me out....i apologise for my vague descriptions!
I have an Evinrude 88 Model 25hp long shaft. The problem i have is that it seems to be heating up.
The water coming out of the two holes at the rear top of the shaft is quite hot, and it doesn't stream out, but seems to spray out. Is this normal? or should it stream out?
I had the boat in the water today, and when i returned to the ramp and turned off the motor, the outside of the shaft was hot, with steam coming off it. From pulling up anchor and back to the ramp was less than 10 mins.
Any ideas as to the cause of my problem? Am i doing any damage to the motor if i keep using it (i think it can't be good for it!)? Approx. service cost to get it fixed?
I have heard of motors needing new water pumps, but seeing mine is still spitting out water, i figured the water pump must be ok.
Finally, does anyone know a descent marine mechanic on the central coast (Gosford area) of NSW.
Hope someone can help.
Thanks,
Pete