Bumping engine at launch

[nightstalker]

I see a lot of guys at the launch bumping their engine while still on the trailer to make sure it turns over before dropping it into the salt. One guy last Sat. bumped it 3 or 4 times and then the engine actually jumped to life for a second or two before he was able to shut it down. Couldn't this cause damage to the water pump? <br />Stalker

 

[DJ]

Re: Bumping engine at launch

Yes-no question.

 

[Cricket Too]

Re: Bumping engine at launch

I don't really think a (1) quick bump will hurt just to check that your batt. will do the job, I do it before I even leave my house if the boat has sat for a while, doing at the ramp is too late if you ask me, what are you gonna do if it's dead and your halfway down the ramp? Bumping it 3 or 4 times is pointless if it cranks 1 time it should be good to turn the motor over, (provided the engine is in good tune). Letting it actually start dry will no doubt hurt the impeller, especially if it has some age on it.

 

[DJ]

Re: Bumping engine at launch

mmcpeck,<br /><br />No offense, but that's what a $20.00 (in dash)volt meter is for.

 

[DHPMARINE]

Re: Bumping engine at launch

Hi All,<br />Years ago I had a customer that was doing this.After 4 water pump jobs in one season he had educated himself.Just think...rubber impeller...stainless steel cup...no lube.<br /><br />DHPMARINE

 

[JB]

Re: Bumping engine at launch

Moving to General Outboard.