clinton 7hp

[lonegunman88240]

hi all, i have a clinton k700 2107a type 60 27370r, ser# 654536, i need some info, whats the fuel ratio? is this motor air cooled or water cooled? if water cooled what is the procedure for changing out water pump<br /><br />thanks

 

[WillyBWright]

Re: clinton 7hp

Clintons are air-cooled motors with water-cooled exhaust. The gearcase comes off with one nut and one bolt. The bolt is in the exhaust snout in back, the nut is behind a cover in the front that prys off with a screwdriver. The water pump is on top of the gearcase and comes apart with two nuts. I haven't pursued finding parts yet. Maybe somebody else knows of a parts source? It's really tall, but otherwise like a small Merc impeller inside.<br /><br />Use lawnmower/chainsaw oil. I mix mine at 32:1.

 

[lonegunman88240]

Re: clinton 7hp

i found the parts at discount-marine-parts.com<br />thanks for the info!

 

[WillyBWright]

Re: clinton 7hp

Thank YOU for that website. It's in my Favorites now! Tons of valuable info!

 

[lonegunman88240]

Re: clinton 7hp

well i did just as you said and the lower unit dropped about a half inch and wont budge anymore, any ideas?

 

[WillyBWright]

Re: clinton 7hp

Not really. Mine just dropped straight off. The water pipe grommets are rubber and sometimes they stick to the pipe and won't release without some gentle convincing. Also, sometimes the driveshaft rusts to the crankshaft. Wiggle it if you can to loosen up the rust if it's there.

 

[lonegunman88240]

Re: clinton 7hp

thanks for your help! i had to use a wooden wedge and a mallet but got it off, everything was rusted together, but did get the water pump changed, it runs like a champ now, now i just have to get the water pump in my 10 hp scott atwater, i dread doing that one