1989 Force 50 Idle/cooling problem

[tiller7104]

Hey all back once again for so expert advice by now you should all know my engine verrrry well LOL! I went A local dealer and asked him if there was any way to really know if I was getting adaquate water flow for cooling in my engine? I have always been an evinrude guy so a tell tale was a question that I had. He advised me to remove the stainless plug in the top of the head and insert a hose barb connect a hose and try it out...so I did. The only thing that I am getting at Idle is steam,with the motor runnung in a barrel. Rev it up a bit I get a steady stream of water for a few minutes? Does this sound right to you? An evinrude would **** water a little more consistantly! Tell me what you think. Again thanks in advance Stuart

 

[roscoe]

Re: 1989 Force 50 Idle/cooling problem

I'm not sure about that motor, but you may have to wait for the thermostat to open befor water will flow thru that plug upening.<br /><br />Might want to put in a new thermostat.

 

[tiller7104]

Re: 1989 Force 50 Idle/cooling problem

I did replace the thermostat, and that is a very good thought.....As always thank you roscoe for the thought.