Re: [omc-boats] Re: Buick V6 water pump

We've had to replace the water pump on our 1967 155 Hp Reveler roughly every
15 years since new. We had one rebuilt, but the last time I used a very
expensive obsolete OMC. My dad tried an automotive varient at one point and
it wasn't the same: In addition to the output for the heater core, the
footprint was slightly different. At present I have one spare NOS pump and
2 spare gaskets awaiting the next repair...which should be in about 7 more
years if everything runs to past schedule. After replacing the last pump I
started pulling the main hose to help it dry out and prevent corrosion as
part of the winterization routine. Not sure if it'll help any, but as said,
I'll know in about 7 more years. Btw, the alternator has run on roughly the
same schedule of replacement, but there's convenient replacements for those
now. Regardless, I'm hanging onto all my old parts just in case. Other
than one solenoid for the stern drive and the little cog that controls the
stern lift, those are the only non-routine (plugs, cap, etc.) repairs we've
had to make since it was purchased new in 1967.

----- Original Message -----
From: <lib1@...>
To: <omc-boats@...>
Sent: Sunday, March 13, 2005 12:39 PM
Subject: [omc-boats] Re: Buick V6 water pump

> > Unfortunately the water pump was
> > replaced years ago with the automotive equivalent. So far there are no
> > issues
> > with this but I will be replacing it with the regulatory approved
> > (expensive yet
> > again) marine water pump.
>
> I wondered about replacement water pumps on the Buick/Kaiser 225 V6
myself.
>
> Upon checking the original 1965 OMC parts manual and (other newer versions
> as well)
> the document has clearly labeled which engine parts are available from GM
> auto dealers, ie not unique OMC/marine parts.
> The water pump listed is the same as the auto version. Seems strange but
in
> the case of the Buick V6 it seems to be true.
> Anyone else had experience replacing Buick V6 waterpumps on their OMC
> 150/155hp engines?
>
> Paige, sounds like your V6 powertrain should be good to go this season.
Hope
> that snow melts soon!
>
> Lee
>
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Paige" <windfallfarm@...>
> To: <omc-boats@...>
> Sent: Sunday, March 13, 2005 11:23 AM
> Subject: Re: [omc-boats] Re: Water in the engine oil
>
>
> > My 1969 Johnson Reveler Buick V6 155hp experienced an overhaul after a
> > serious
> > breakdown after years of poor service, bad winterization, and abuse. I
> > experienced the oil/water concoction (greatly resembles brain grey
matter)
> > after
> > blowing the head gasket and what I thought was one freeze plug that got
> > blown.
> > After the mechanic replaced the exhaust mainfolds and elbows, replaced
the
> > cylinder heads with reconditioned used ones, and one head gasket later,
> > the poor
> > old boat "shit the bed" the next season after the impeller fried. The
> > impeller
> > has been replaced with new o rings, key, and seals, new solonoids,
> > thermostat,
> > blower, and one new (expensive) tilt motor before winterizing last fall
> > without
> > running it on water. Now I have 3 feet of snow covering it so it should
> > be a
> > while before she sees water this spring. I will cross my fingers that
> > most of
> > the expensive replacements are over with. Unfortunately the water pump
> > was
> > replaced years ago with the automotive equivalent. So far there are no
> > issues
> > with this but I will be replacing it with the regulatory approved
> > (expensive yet
> > again) marine water pump. I tow this boat on a Shoreliner trailer with
> > rollers
> > (would rather it be pads) and she is a beast to haul, moreso to stop
> > without
> > trailer brakes. I would never be throwing money into a hole in the
water
> > but
> > this boat in particular has a tremendous amount of sentimental value to
me
> > besides being an American relic. I would like to replace the verneer
> > "Johnson
> > Reveler" nameplate along the transom if anyone comes across one in good
> > condition. After she is up and running good, I need to address the
> > interior
> > (original seats and flooring). Run first, look good later. Thanks,
Paige
> >
> > LeeHazen@... wrote:
> >
> >> I have mentioined this previously I think - I have a l971 Johnson
Surfer
> >> 19'
> >> runabout with the 307 Chevy 210 hp engine.
> >>
> >> The oil had water mixed with it and when I drained it, the oil was the
> >> consistancy
> >> of molassas.
> >>
> >> I suspect a bad intake manifold gasket as there is an Edelbrock intake
> >> manifold on the engine rather than the chevy version.
> >>
> >> Has anyone else had this problem before ? The freeze plugs all look
fine
> >> and overall, the boat is in above average condition for its' age. The
> >> boat
> >> started up fine and idled smoothly right after I bought it 2 years ago.
> >>
> >> I've just finished up putting a composite deck board floor in my 20'
> >> pontoon
> >> boat and once it is back in service, I plan to start on the Surfer.
> >>
> >> Any suggestions would be appreciated..
> >>
> >> Lee Hazen, Hendersonville, TN Old Hickory Lake
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
>
>
Received on Sunday, 13 March 2005