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  1. jakwi

    Exhaust manifolds, time to replace?

    Do you think the preformed hoses are worth it. It'll be more than 100 for both sides. Or I could just get coolant hose at the autoparts store
  2. jakwi

    Exhaust manifolds, time to replace?

    I'm with you, if I have to repower again I'll definitely go closed cooling. That and dry joint and I'd only have to replace the elbows once in a while Outboards are nice, but they definitely have a more limited life.
  3. jakwi

    Exhaust manifolds, time to replace?

    It's doesn't really, and today was on trailer
  4. jakwi

    Exhaust manifolds, time to replace?

    Looks like you got your money out of that one!
  5. jakwi

    Exhaust manifolds, time to replace?

    This is the line that feeds the starboard side. This side gets noticeably hotter than the port side, but I can still keep my hand on it while running. Port side is cool to the touch.
  6. jakwi

    Exhaust manifolds, time to replace?

    Yeah i figured better safe than sorry, besides I'd already bought the new parts. I am going to clean up the old ones and try to sell them, they might give someone a few years of use. Beside I can afford the manifolds, but not a new engine. While I was reassembling I noticed my coolant lines...
  7. jakwi

    Exhaust manifolds, time to replace?

    Seems like it's. .45
  8. jakwi

    Exhaust manifolds, time to replace?

    Do you know what the sparkplug gap should be off hand? 357 alpha 4v sbc ngk bpr6efs
  9. jakwi

    Exhaust manifolds, time to replace?

    Yeah I wish i would have inspected before buying a new set. It is wierd how the starboard side is so much worse than the port
  10. jakwi

    Exhaust manifolds, time to replace?

    This is the "bad side" starboard with the surfaces cleaned up. The elbow is a little rough, but even that is probably serviceable. I'll probably clean them up and try to sell them. They definitely have a few years left. Next time I'll disassemble and inspect before buying a new set. Probably...
  11. jakwi

    Exhaust manifolds, time to replace?

    Really I thought 5 to 7 was standard
  12. jakwi

    Exhaust manifolds, time to replace?

    Ok port side now
  13. jakwi

    Exhaust manifolds, time to replace?

    I'm starting to wonder if I just need fresh gaskets.
  14. jakwi

    Exhaust manifolds, time to replace?

    3 inch block and manifold passages on starboard side. Honestly, aside from the moisture inside it looks really good I think
  15. jakwi

    Exhaust manifolds, time to replace?

    So 4.5 years, mostly brackish water. Religiously used a homemade saltaway mix to rinse. I have a new oem set, ready to go, I just thought I'd see what you guys think. I didn't see any sign of gasket failure, so not sure what to think of the moisture inside. this is the starboard side which is...
  16. jakwi

    Exhaust Manifold Question

    Yeah that's what I thought, plus free shipping. I looked it up I actually paid about 1000 last time, so it's gone up $400
  17. jakwi

    Exhaust Manifold Question

    Looks like the best deal for me was OEM at nuwave, $1400 shipped with the 3 inch extensions. That's about $200 more than last time I think. I will continue to watch the BARR products though for next time. Thanks all.
  18. jakwi

    Exhaust Manifold Question

    Yeah, for me it's all cost/benefit analysis, I got 5 years by using a homemade saltaway solution. I'd really hopped to get more, but I'm seeing signs that my starboard side is due. It's a shame because the port side looks much, much better. Not sure why the difference. I've thought about dry...
  19. jakwi

    Exhaust Manifold Question

    Hi all, I was just wondering what the consensus is on exhaust manifold quality? Last time I used Mercruiser brand, but of course GLM, and Sierra are quite a bit cheaper. Is it worth it? Also last time I went with ecoated, is the ceramic worth the premium? I operate mostly in Brackish water...
  20. jakwi

    water pump pulley

    Honestly that isn't a bad idea. My alternator pulley is also rusting in the grooves. I was going to wirebrush that while running and then paint it. Seems like a constant battle with rust, I can't even imagine how those with steel boats/ships manage.
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