TritonFisher
Contributing Member
Hello All,
Been lurking here for quite a while, and after purchasing a "new to me" boat this spring I figured I would add in my experiences/seek advice when need be!
My engine is a very low hour 06 BF150. Yes, it sat for a while, and yes it was/is a saltwater boat. It received all new tstats and fuel filters prior to my purchase. There is some corrosion on the exhaust manifold, but no leaks are present. The side flush port was also clogged with salt - which has been cleaned out. Boat idles fairly smooth, and will max at 6000 RPM. I do have a few questions about how it is operating, and will be ordering the service manual in August.
1. I replaced the impeller after I purchased it, and the tell-tale was slightly stronger. It was like this four about 20 hours. However, after running in freshwater this past week (~10 hrs), it seems to be weaker. Yes, I may have picked up weeds/sediment, but attempting to run weedwacker line through the telltale yielded no difference. No overheat alarms, but I do think it is running warmer overall (flipping the engine support bracket in that area seemed warmer than normal). Before I drop the LU, inspect the impeller, remove the top tstat, and do a backflush, any other ideas? I am also thinking of salt away, not just normal flushing, being added to the list after each trip.
2. The trim assembly seems to be making more noise when lowering all the way to its lowest position. One of the rod-piston water seals or gasket (it is black) is not intact (it is there, just frayed and sticking up). I am thinking possible air or water intrusion causing the hydraulic noise - can this be a simple ATF fill process and do the gasket change over the winter?
3. After the impeller change, shifting has been rougher. I have read that placing the LU back on is very finnicky. Everything is aligned (i.e. flat space facing front). However, based on age, I am also thinking shifter cables may need some adjustment now that I have been using it continuously.
Sorry for the first-post questions - I will do my best to help out!
Been lurking here for quite a while, and after purchasing a "new to me" boat this spring I figured I would add in my experiences/seek advice when need be!
My engine is a very low hour 06 BF150. Yes, it sat for a while, and yes it was/is a saltwater boat. It received all new tstats and fuel filters prior to my purchase. There is some corrosion on the exhaust manifold, but no leaks are present. The side flush port was also clogged with salt - which has been cleaned out. Boat idles fairly smooth, and will max at 6000 RPM. I do have a few questions about how it is operating, and will be ordering the service manual in August.
1. I replaced the impeller after I purchased it, and the tell-tale was slightly stronger. It was like this four about 20 hours. However, after running in freshwater this past week (~10 hrs), it seems to be weaker. Yes, I may have picked up weeds/sediment, but attempting to run weedwacker line through the telltale yielded no difference. No overheat alarms, but I do think it is running warmer overall (flipping the engine support bracket in that area seemed warmer than normal). Before I drop the LU, inspect the impeller, remove the top tstat, and do a backflush, any other ideas? I am also thinking of salt away, not just normal flushing, being added to the list after each trip.
2. The trim assembly seems to be making more noise when lowering all the way to its lowest position. One of the rod-piston water seals or gasket (it is black) is not intact (it is there, just frayed and sticking up). I am thinking possible air or water intrusion causing the hydraulic noise - can this be a simple ATF fill process and do the gasket change over the winter?
3. After the impeller change, shifting has been rougher. I have read that placing the LU back on is very finnicky. Everything is aligned (i.e. flat space facing front). However, based on age, I am also thinking shifter cables may need some adjustment now that I have been using it continuously.
Sorry for the first-post questions - I will do my best to help out!