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davey_fl

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"Hey guys,

I have a 9.8 tha

"Hey guys,

I have a 9.8 that was sitting on the back of my boat tied at the shoreline (west coast). I didn't realize the tide rose as far as it did and the boat went under. The engine is seized. I've pulled over the covers and carb and I can see a fair bit of salt build-up inside. I'm planning on pulling it apart once I get a puller for the top weight. Is this worth breaking down and having the components machined and rebuilding or should I let it RIP? The motor itself has got to be 20yrs old. But it had just had a major service and ran like a charm... any advice?

thx"
 
"David, You need to rip it do

"David, You need to rip it down immediately, or the damage to the crank becomes too severe. Judging by the age of this message, I think you have passed the time limit on that motor."
 
I haven't pulled it apart

I haven't pulled it apart yet but I will anyway ( I was waiting for a gear puller to try and get the top weight (flywheel weight?) off. It's not something that can be taken to a machine shop and ground/polished?

thanks for the reply. any guidance/advice is appreciated.
 
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