I have a merc 165 I/O and the volvo penta interior belt driven raw water pump makes so much sense, especially for maintainance, Is it possible or would it destroy the outdrive ???
Re: bypassing outdrive impeller w/belt drive raw water pump
Stick with the pump in the drive. Change the impeller every other year during winterization. Don't make a frankenstine out of it. The drive impeller has worked on your engine and many others for a lot of years.
Re: bypassing outdrive impeller w/belt drive raw water pump
I am actually selling the boat next year but tomorrow I am replacing the t stat and the outdrive impellar, it is more of a could it be done or if there is a kit for it. I am actually looking for a 32' with direct drives ! no more impellars.
I drive my wife crazy toooo analytical !
Re: bypassing outdrive impeller w/belt drive raw water pump
Auuuuggggh !!! no more impellars !!!!! at least they are inside the boat and I can leave it in the water when I can do the work ! at least being in the water at the dock is acceptable to me, not in dry dock in my back yard !
