1961 Johnson Sea Horse 75hp cleaning engine block behind exhaust manifold

Clippership821

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I've got the manifold off to replace the gaskets and the gunk is really built up inside.....Is it ok to spray cleaner in there? Also, the plate in there is bowed ....Is that servicable. thanks I'd like to post a pic of the block if I can.
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R.Johnson

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Re: 1961 Johnson Sea Horse 75hp cleaning engine block behind exhaust manifold

Try Easy-Off oven cleaner. The plate should be alright as long as it will seal up.
 

Clippership821

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Re: 1961 Johnson Sea Horse 75hp cleaning engine block behind exhaust manifold

thanks...and it's ok to just let drain straight through?
 

R.Johnson

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Re: 1961 Johnson Sea Horse 75hp cleaning engine block behind exhaust manifold

Yes!Just let it drain down, try not to brush it into the ports.
 

F_R

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Re: 1961 Johnson Sea Horse 75hp cleaning engine block behind exhaust manifold

Shoot, that isn't bad. Don't worry about it. Never was meant to be clean.
 
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