installing impeller

[78big10]

im putting in a new impeller is there a secret to getting it in the caseing pertty stiff i oiled caseing still no go it a 1975 85 hp evinrude

 

[iwombat]

Re: installing impeller

Soapy water on the housing, turn the shaft counterclockwise (via the prop is how I do it), while pushing down on the whole assembly. It'll go in. You may need a helper if it's really tough.

 

[78big10]

Re: installing impeller

put impeller over shaft then housing soapy water and turn counter clockwise will try i was trying to put it in housing before putting it on shaft

 

[tashasdaddy]

Re: installing impeller

i do put it in the housing first, and make sure the key is in the shaft straight and even, then align the impeller on the shaft then the housing, and slide down, align the key with the impeller, and it slips right on. yes i use soapy water also. this way i know there are no bent or miss place vanes.

 

[78big10]

Re: installing impeller

sounds like soapy water is the answer will try it tonight thaks for the helpis there a trick to linning up the shift rod when putting unit back on

 

[iwombat]

Re: installing impeller

You can do shaft first or housing first, doesn't really matter. Personally, I find putting it on the shaft first makes it easier. To each their own.

 

[fordsohc46]

Re: installing impeller

i like to use vaseline. also i put the shift rod on last. but i got some short(about 2") pieces of hoses to go over water tubes to extend them and make it easier to line them up with the water pump housing first.

 

[78big10]

Re: installing impeller

tried a combination of the two meatheds it worked great now i need help lifting unit back in place anyone avaiable thanks guys

 

[tashasdaddy]

Re: installing impeller

i have a great neighbor. who is always glad to help. i do take him out on one of the boats occasionally. he installs granite counter tops and is strong as an OX.