1977 75hp running hot

[jcb9901]

"What temp should the motor be

"What temp should the motor be running ? Is there a way to run a pee tube to see that motor is pumping water ,also can a water temp gauge be installed on this motor. model 75743s


Thanks Jim"

 

[joereeves]

"Thermostats open at some poin

"Thermostats open at some point around 143° so the engine will be running somewhere in that range. Yes, a water temperature gauge can be installed."