Re: CD13 water pump issues

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I see you are in Florida so there is a chance this motor has been used in salt water?

One weak link in the chain in the cooling systems of these motors is in the area of the upper water tube grommet. They tend to corrode in this area causing a massive internal water leak which can’t be seen while the motor is running. If you pull the tube and the grommet right out, you will see right away if any aluminum is missing. Better yet, plug the water passage right below the power head and apply water or air pressure to the copper water tube to check for leakage. There is a way to fix this problem but that’s another story.