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    Honda BF225 Corrosion

    On my 03 BF225, does this 'oil control orifice' need an O-ring if I never took it out? I don't recall finding one on the outside surface when I disassembled and I didn't pull it out the orifice during service. After achieving proper head and block flatness, new gaskets, and torque per the...
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    Honda BF225 Corrosion

    Head after self-flattening and valve job. After I grind this cancer off, there'll be non-protected metal. What should I seal it with: JB Weld, Epoxy, or something else to keep it from coming back? And how about a CLR or other aggressive substance to clean out all the corrosive buildup? Can...
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    Honda BF225 Corrosion

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    Honda BF225 Corrosion

    iang, I think you are on to the problem with the minimum of clues and it's something that I would never have thought of. When I removed the Intake Manifold Upper Cover, about a 1/2 quart of water poured out. You can see the residue along the bottom. So I'm a crossroads: to continue...
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    Honda BF225 Corrosion

    The exhaust manifold is about what I expected, the anodes have probably been useless for quite some time. Looking into exhaust port #6 on the bottom, you can see the salt buildup. I'm wondering if this is a recent blowout or has it been bad for some time.
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    Honda BF225 Corrosion

    #6 typical of #1 through #5; very clean. I haven't yet confirmed where or how the water is entering the cylinder. ​I'll be starting the head removal today.
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    Honda BF225 Corrosion

    And here's a shot of the starboard side indicating the corrosion is not too bad on the exterior. Of course, beauty may only be skin deep. That said, I really do like this Honda and hate to part with it without giving it an honest try. Are there any tips for an easy disassembly, and what else...
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