changing impeller while floating?

beermak

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Its a simple question, dont wanna try before asking. Im worried water will start puring in!

the engine is a volvo penta 1980 aq290a raw water cooled.

thanks
 

Don S

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Re: changing impeller while floating?

Of course water will come in.

Just take the inlet hose off the pump and stuff a rag in it. I assume you have a bilge pump, if not, why not?
 

beermak

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Re: changing impeller while floating?

Yup but the feeling of water coming in its something that will make anyone nervous, and had no idea if it was possible and safe


Thanks :)
 

Lynall

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Re: changing impeller while floating?

Did mine and just used some water hose pliers that hold the hose flat.



Lynall
 
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