MarineEngine.com - Your best connection for marine engines, parts, service, and information. View Cart / Check Out Contact MarineEngine.com Ordering and Shipping Information Free Engine Classifieds Engine Parts Discussion Board Engine Manuals Home / Directory
add bookmark or favorites | email this page
Topics Topics Edit Profile Profile Help/Instructions Help Member List Register  
Search Last 1|3|7 Days Search Search Tree View Tree View  

Next Problem....Seeping Anti-freeze....?

Discussion Forum at MarineEngine.com » Crusader Marine » Next Problem....Seeping Anti-freeze....? « Previous Next »

Author Message
Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message

Al
Advanced Member
Username: knuckle47

Post Number: 686
Registered: 09-2007


Posted on Sunday, October 04, 2009 - 05:08 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP

Weather cleared some, went out in the fog and upon returning to the bay just took a peek into the engine hatches and on the top of the port intake manifold I had found about 1/2 cup of antifreeze. It does not seem to be from a hose or clamp . I re-torqued the intake manifold and those bolts were 1/2 spec. I am thinking I should pull the manifold and put in new intake gaskets. As for running, it had been perfect...so you can imagine the surprise on my face when I opened the hatch. Then as luck has it, the last 8-9 miles she ran hot, about 180.

I need to check the raw water impeller as it is now 2 seasons but I think the water volume is reduced in the heat exchanger as well as discharged exhaust water looked a bit light. Had left my temp gun in the house so... I have more "stuff" to check out BUT....
Does anyone believe this is a different issue regarding the leaking ? AL
Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message

diver dave
Advanced Member
Username: diver_dave

Post Number: 449
Registered: 08-2008
Posted on Monday, October 05, 2009 - 11:57 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP

Al; do you have coolant recovery tanks? I don't, and I could get spewing out the overflow nipple. It might be time to do a pressure test, and check for coolant escaping the intake manifold, both into the oil and upwards as well. How are the gaskets on the thermo housing, much easier to replace! Is there a petcock on it or the stock pipe plug for purging?
Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message

makomark
Senior Member
Username: makomark

Post Number: 1601
Registered: 09-2008
Posted on Monday, October 05, 2009 - 12:56 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP

concur on the pressure tester. could just as easily be your friendly HX nipples leaking. I had one drive me nuts - it would 'squirt' onto the old oem ignition coil.......

what do you mean "1/2 spec"?
Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message

Al
Advanced Member
Username: knuckle47

Post Number: 689
Registered: 09-2007


Posted on Monday, October 05, 2009 - 01:24 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP

Mark,

1/2 spec: They were in at about 15 lbs torque ...less than half of around what it should be.

Dave,

Yes there are coolant recovery tanks off of the neck of heat exchanger. I have a new set of pleasurecraft gaskets. They seem nicer then the felpro ones I used 2 yrs ago. and yes to the thermo housing but those areas are dry. I just got back to see if anyone responded to this post before going to the boat. AS I REMEMBER...all of this seems to have started since I had to take out the Heat Exchanger for solder those nipples back in place. I am STARTING to think I have a hose dripping under higher RPM's that is just depositing the drip into the intake manifold so that it puddles up and makes me NUTS ! I'll let you know what I find out tonight when I get back...Thanks for all of the hints.

Add Your Message Here
Post:
Bold text Italics Underline Create a hyperlink Insert a clipart image

Username: Posting Information:
Only registered users may post messages here. Registration is FREE and easy, click on the REGISTER link at the top of the page. Thanks.
Password:
Options: Automatically activate URLs in message
Action:

Administration Administration Log Out Log Out   Previous Page Previous Page Next Page Next Page


Home / Directory | Engine Manuals | Engine Parts | Discussion Board | Free Classifieds | Orders / Shipping | Contact Us | View Cart

About Us | Terms of Use | Privacy Policy
MarineEngine.com, 184 Jones Dr., Brandon, VT 05733 USA
Phone: 802-247-4700 FAX: 802-301-1034 info@marineengine.com
Copyright © 2000 - 2007 by MarineEngine.com, Inc. All rights reserved
   
Traduca
EspanolEspanol
Traduisez
FrancaisFrancais
Traduza
PortuguesePortuguese
Traduca
Italiano
Ubersetzen
Deutschen
  
Sierra Marine Catalog
Seloc Online Manuals
Product Categories
Engine Parts · By Brand
Engine Manuals · By Brand
Books
General Repair and Maint.
Care and Repair
· Adhesive and Sealants
· Bottom Cleaners
· Cleaners Wax and Polish
· Mops Brushes and Sponges
Covers and Tops
· Bimini Tops   · Hardware
· Cover Accessories
· Motor Covers
· Universal Boat Covers
Electronics
· Gauges and Compasses
· Mounts and Accessories
Electrical
· Batteries & Chargers
· Battery Accessories
· Dockside Electrical
· Electrical Terminals
· Electrical Wire, Cable
· Fuses, Fuse Holders
· Switches
· Wire Ties, Clips, Tape
Fuel Systems
· Fuel Tanks
· Fittings, Fills, Vents
· Hose & Primer Bulbs
· Filters, Senders, Caps
Hardware
· Deck Cabin Hardware
· Molding and Rub Rails
· Rails and Fittings
· Snaps Shackles and Hooks
· Windshield Hardware
Lighting
· Cabin Lights · Light Bulbs
· Navigation Light Parts
· Navigation Lights
· Spotlights   · Parts
Mooring and Dock
· Boat Fenders · Boat Hooks
· Buoys and Markers
· Deck Cleats · Dock Edging
· Dock Parts and De-Icers
· Fender Covers and Holders
· Keelshield / Toon-Tectors
· Ladders and Platforms
Prop / Trim / Transom
· Jack Plates, Wedges
· Mounting Brackets
· Outboard Stands
· Trim Tabs, Stablizers
· Prop Nuts, Locks, Pins
 · Propellers · Wrenches
Pumps
· Aerator Pumps
· Bilge Pumps
· Drain Plugs and Tubes
· Hose · Through Hull Fittings
Rope and Cordage
· Anchor Line   · Dock Line
· Fender Line   · Bulk Rope
· Shock Cord and Bungee
Safety Products
· Horns Bells and Whistles
· Mirrors
· Vents Blowers and Hose
Sanitation
· Fresh Water Pumps
· Marine Toilets
· Sanitation Chemicals
· Sanitation Pumps/Hose
· Water/Waste System Parts
Seating
· Deck Chairs and Tables
· Fishing Seats
· Lounge Seats
· Pontoon Furniture
· Seat Bases and Pedestals
Steering / Control
· Control Boxes
· Control Cables
· Hydraulic Steering
· Mechanical Steering
· Rigging · Steering Wheels
Tools / Shop Supplies
· Lubricants & Additives
· Motor Flushers
· Tools & Test Equipment
Trailering
· Boat Guides/Motor Support
· Hitches Balls Couplers
· Rollers Brackets Springs
· Tires Wheels and Carriers
· Trailer Hubs & Bearings
· Trailer Jacks
· Trailer Wiring and Lighting
· Winches Straps Tie Downs
 Manufacturer List