115 pilot tube

hubmachine

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New to outboards. ive twin 1986 115. in the process of replacing the impellers. what is porpouse of the pilot tube running into the lower unit?<br /><br />thanks<br />cliff hubbard
 

Silvertip

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Re: 115 pilot tube

Its called a Pitot (pronounced "pit-oh) and is used to drive the speedometer. It is used instead of the separate pitot attached at the back of the boat.
 
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