taking on water with engine not running

[jkleinh]

i have a 87 omc cobra 5.7 i got a stream of water comming in at the transom just above where the two exhaust manifolds meet i see two bolts at the bottom is there more behind the coupler ?do i have to pull engine to get to them ?or is there somthing im missing ? help!!!!!!!!!!

 

[QC]

Re: taking on water with engine not running

I am moving this over to the I/O section. You'll get more help there

 

[180shabah]

Re: taking on water with engine not running

How old are you bellows? A split in the u-joint bellows can sink the boat. Other possibilities: leak around y-pipe, water hose leak(or broken fitting).

Start you inspection externally and work your way into the hard to get at areas.

 

[180shabah]

Re: taking on water with engine not running

You can also post pictures - it really does help sometimes.

 

[doug_offshore]

Re: taking on water with engine not running

Hi,
Have you got anywhere with the leak problem?
I have had the same problem for ages.
Eventually paid a packet to have 2x bellows and gimble bearings replaced.
Guess what? STILL leaking!
I am at a loss and totally deflated, having paid the shop to 'find the leak' and still no joy.

Looking forward to some constructive advice.

Cheers,

 

[ezmobee]

Re: taking on water with engine not running

Welcome to iboats doug. Your best bet is to start a new thread with your problem. Good luck.