1995 force water pump problems

[kyle jenkins]

i have a 1995 120 force. it sat up for a year or two, and i was advised that it may be a good idea to change the water pump. i changed the water pump, but there is not a solid stream of water dispersing from the pee whole of the engine. is this normal? any suggestions or tips would be very helpful. thanks.

 

[roscoe]

Re: 1995 force water pump problems

You should get a steady stream from that motor.

I would suggest replacing the thermostat.
It is located just above the top sparkplug, has a small cover held on with 4 screws.

 

[kyle jenkins]

Re: 1995 force water pump problems

ok. thanks i will try that. get back to you if that dont work.

 

[kyle jenkins]

Re: 1995 force water pump problems

also is a thermostat an expensive thing to change, or would it be fairly cheap?

 

[roscoe]

Re: 1995 force water pump problems

The thermostat from Mercury is $15. It is a 130* thermostat.
You can also get one from NAPA, from their marine catalog for a few bucks less.

 

[kyle jenkins]

Re: 1995 force water pump problems

changed the thermostat, the engine is dispersing water properly now.really appreciate all your help, saved me alot of time that i can spend out on the water.

 

[bigtruck]

Re: 1995 force water pump problems

I have a 1995 70hp force .took all bolts out, 5 total to remove foot to change water pump. foot loose down about 1 inch ,But will not come out.

 

[jerryjerry05]

Re: 1995 force water pump problems

Unhook the shift linkage?? J

 

[bigtruck]

Re: 1995 force water pump problems

Thanks will try in the morning.