Bilge Pump, Tires, Rims, & Hub Telescopes, Covers and Rafts, Paddle It may not display this or other websites correctly. I called a local Honda Marine dealer, Gulfside Marine Services in Matlacha, FL, who spent quite a long time generously giving me information about this topic and my motor in general. Also, if the water pump is taking in water, it has to come out somewhere, lest the systems become pressurized and pop a gasket before the theromo opens up. Plumbing, Anchor Do you keep your boat on a trailer? (DO NOT RUN THE MOTOR) I did not run the motor. Rollers, Boat Trailer Supplies, Boston Whaler, 1972-1993, 
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Kits, Boat Trailer Why not just purchase an RV water pressure regulator adapter and screw it into the hose you use to flush your outboard? Copyright 1995-2022 eBay Inc. All Rights Reserved. Another more robust detergent injector was suggested but seems to no longer be available. Anchor Box Anchors, Fishing Rod & Reel GPS Chartplotter and Fish Finder Combo, Find (Which also was miraculously provided with my used motor - previous owner was a bit OCD about keeping track of parts, paperwork, and maintenance, God bless him!) It only had 300 hours on the motor and everything ran and looked good when I bought it, but the motor is a 10 yeas old motor. Powered by Invision Community. All rights reserved. & I am a little concerned because logic tells me if something is clogged somewhere in the mount case then water is not circulating properly which probably means something might not be getting cooled properly. No results from a google search of check gasket. Them are some tall gals. Not responsible for typographical errors. Just not through the flush port. So I cleaned it out with a small wire and was able to get water flowing from main hose out through the first small metal hose flange/nipple. Sand and silt can build up along with salt. Deals, Boat Seats Hardware, Boat Cabin Accessories, Big Jon I ended up using some creative ways to get the mount case unclogged and I flushed the entire motor several times with Rydlyme to clean it up.all good now! PFDs, Roof Racks, Carriers, Short of disassembling it, maybe try to attach a stiff plastic or rubber hose to the end of a garden hose and ram it up in there while the water is turned on to try to chip it out or spray it out with the water. Deals, Trailering Miraculously, it came with the manual. Please try again. Im guessing its clogged up big time in the mount case somewhere. Cushions, Lexington & Live Bait Boarding, Paddles & You must log in or register to reply here. and even Walmart usually carry them. The item you've selected was not added to your cart. That rubber pee tube is on a lot of motors, and can be clogged by insects (mud daubers), so it's not a Honda thing. Then I raise the revs slightly to get more circulation and flush for a further 5minutes. Again I always used muffs to flush it so never thought to use the flush port. BD Outdoors began as a forum-based fishing community to connect saltwater anglers and provide a home to share the latest fishing reports and news. Genuine Honda Outboard Flush Hose Adapter BF75A/BF90A/BF115A (19270-ZW1-000), {"modules":["unloadOptimization","bandwidthDetection"],"unloadOptimization":{"browsers":{"Firefox":true,"Chrome":true}},"bandwidthDetection":{"url":"https://ir.ebaystatic.com/cr/v/c1/thirtysevens.jpg","maxViews":4,"imgSize":37,"expiry":300000,"timeout":250}}. Honda 5hp Outboard, Boat Thoughts? For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Combos, Fishing Tools & Login, Boats If you sail in fresh water, count yourself lucky in this regard! Distribution, ProMariner ProNautic :nono: I would have to say reading the manual for your specific motor would be best. I even tried to push air pressure from a compressor, but nothing happens - no air or water comes out. Not sure if it did what real flushing did, but it worked. The impeller down in the lower unit uses water for lubrication, if running it via the flush port there may not be enough water reaching it, causing it to shred itself. Meters, Marine Electrical Panels Battery Charger, Marine Audio & I'm told that regular flushing of an outboard used in salt water has a huge impact on the life one can expect to get out of said motor. View cart for details. Covers, Boat Seat Interestingly, the built-in device flushes the powerhead even though the thermostat is closed according to Yamaha! Solution - See the following YouTube video which shows what I did to fix the problem: Update: Issue resolved it turns out there was lots of clogging from scaling and sediment buildup inside the mount case. There is a port in the power head under the cover where you can attach a garden hose with a fitting that comes with the motor. All, Boat Bimini Caulking, Marine Engine So I completely disassembled the flush valve assembly and sure enough, it was completely clogged up with sand. Waxes, Boat Cleaning Lighting, Marine Teak As I read the Honda language, they are saying don't run the motor on the flush port. your boats Gel Coat Match, Shop The numbers you entered don't match the image.
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I always use muffs to flush my motor, never any issues - it pees fine on the hose and in the water. There shouldn't be a water line connected to its back side. Something went wrong. So I turned on the water, opened the Saltaway thing, and POP !! Accessories, Boat Lift Canopy I bought it used in June, so not sure how much saltwater it had seen before me. Storage Screws, Boat Handles, Pulls, Thats all you need and plenty. Deals, Electrical Question is where in the mount case could it be clogged up and how do I get it unclogged without taking the whole motor apart? Ropes, Boat Had to keep the water pressure down but it worked like a charm. Then after the run, shut it off, tilt it up, and after it's out of the water, shut off the hose and remove the muffs. Being we are so far off topic I thought I would add this. Boats, Propeller Parts & Terminals, Marine Fuse Blocks & So when I tried it, I found this clog issue, When i disassembled the flush valve, it was definitely packed with a fine sand/salt sediment to a point where it wouldnt pass any water through the valve or out the first nipple with the small jumper hose removed (see picture). Bilge Pumps, Shop Accessories, Electronic Navigation Trolling Motors, Shop Mark I'm a water technician with the Sunshine Coast Regional District ( got into this field when i lived in Squamish ). Hardware, Boat Seat All, Anchor & I cleaned out the second nipple as best I could, also removing sand/salt sediment.
Then rinse off the lower unit. Cable, Marine Batteries & Tables, Minn Kota Downs, Couplers, Mounts, Software, Digital While Arimas are centered in the PNW, we have members across the globe. Found this article that discusses flushing with a bag, muffs and the built-in device. Video, GPS Chartplotters & Ever. JavaScript is disabled. Deals, Pumps & Plumbing Deals, Dealer You can't trust water, even a straight stick will turn crooked in it - WC Fields, http://yamahaoutboards.com/yamaha-advantage/news/boating-tips/boaters-log-vol-5-no-2, http://www.boatus.com/magazine/2013/August/outboard-flushing-the-right-way-3.asp, Re: Manufacturer info on outboard flushing, Quote from: Croaker Stroker on March 29, 2015, 01:52:19 PM, http://m.campingworld.com/shopping/item/adjustable-water-regulator-lead-free/49511, Quote from: markshoreline on March 31, 2015, 08:02:01 AM. Seller assumes all responsibility for this listing. After cleaning and reassembling, it now passes water through that first section with ease. 2002 Sea Ranger HT 21, Yamaha 150, Yamaha 9.9, 2013 17' Sea Chaser, 90 hp Honda, 8 hp Honda Kicker. Protection, Dock Storage & I have a 60HP Suzuki adapter like the one you are after. Parts, Wash Down This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
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Switches, Shore Power & AC It's easy! I would do exactly what the mechanic suggested - put the muffs on, turn the water on, stick the motor in the water and run it. Copyright 2019 IBOATS. Detectors, Binoculars & Financing, Iboats Rails, Marine Tools & Tool Lordy, lordy Mark. Forums, Find Lurk, join up, and post about your Arima upgrades, family trips, and of course, your fishing exploits. The flush port valve and first nipple are on the right in green - they are good and clean now and water flows when I hook up the hose to it. Transom & Dock, Anchor Chains & Ventilation, Interior & Cabin
I have gone through the motor throughly and replaced all the usual service items. Lights, Boat Trailer Vinyl, Floating Boat Or you could flush the motor OFF through the flushing port but will need to remove the thermostat and bolt thermo cap, cover back for the water to recirculate across the whole powerhead. Hey all just a quick question, does anyone know if there are after market adapters or DIY methods to make an adapter to fit into the flush hole in the BF90 motor? Axles, Boat Trailer Tie Handles, Life Jackets & Thanks for sharing that info. https://www.defender.com/product.jsp?id=322306, Applications: Honda Outboards BF5 - BF50 (Tohatsu and Mercury*), Function: Allows Fresh Water Flushing with a Garden Hose, OEM Honda 06190-ZV1-860 Outboard Flush Kit, Function: Allows Fresh Water Flushing with a Garden Hose (Hose Sold Separately). Pumps, Livewell Aerator Pumps AN
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So just to be safe, I plan to rinse out the hub real good to make sure there is no salt water in there. Noticed the last time I took my boat out there was water leaking out of where the flush connector comes out of the motor. ACCOUNT, Find
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Thanks for the water supply briefing. pretty interesting given the amount of water dynamics we deal with (and take for granted) in our boating. I have high water pressure so I know thats not an issue. Maintenance, Fiberglass & Epoxy Seats, Fishing Boat Tubes, Shop Riptide Terrova 80 Trolling Motor w/i-Pilot & Bluetooth, Inflatable However, I recently tried the flush port for the first time and no water came out. But I hooked up my SaltAway flushing contraption to that flush port. You are using an out of date browser. JavaScript is disabled. WHAT A GOOD IDEA. I tried flushing with the adapter but the ear muffs get better water flow. I used the muff method. Biminis, Paint and Friend in Anchorage says ground pretty much bare. Galley, Barbeque Parts, Boat Tubing & Products, Carbon Monoxide & SOLD. Winches, Boat Motor Supports & After reading all this stuff about flushing the motor with the Flushing port. :biggrin: this way I can back flush my motor with Saltaway ! Tops, Bimini Top
Still looking for a solution as I think I'd like to use this product for flushing. Biminis, RV & Trailer It does flush and it does get behind the cold/closed thermostat to an extent (there is a small bypass that is always open), but it does not flush as thoroughly as using muffs on the lower unit intakes. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Wells, Toilet & Waste Covers, Boat Cover Yes but its not leaking there its leaking on the outboard before that connector: Ill try to post a pic later. Defender does not buy, sell, or trade your email address. Charts & Outboard spraying water out the sides *Picture added*, Calcutta 400B, Abu Garcia 5500s, misc vintage reels Shimano. Communication, Auto Pilot So finding a way to flush the motor with the boat in the water was my goal. Again it pees perfect when I hook up the muffs regularly or in the water.
Starters, Marine Solar Power But I also found that I could back flush through the pee hole tubing. Welcome to the largest gathering of ARIMA boat owners anywhere. Professionals. I also learned that the rubber tube feeding the hole on the Honda is prone to clogging. Furniture, Boat Seat Pedestals & I believe you don't want to run a 4-stroke tilted because of oil level. & Hardware, Boat Seats by Galley, Covers and Less than $20 for a non adjustable one. Today, BD has grown into the leading digital media platform for all things saltwater fishing, bringing our large and passionate community the best and most authentic fishing information in the form of fishing reports, fishing gear reviews, fishing recipes, saltwater fishing articles, tackle tips and more from coast to coast. I run my tender motor in a 5-gal. Accessories, Marine DC Power Plugs Not sure about the BF90 but my BF150 has a hose connection at the top of the leg/ just below the engine cover, done some research & found that this is for flushing moored boats & only flushes the top of the outboard. Systems, Marine Plumbing Its a simple water hose gasket just like when you buy a spray nozzle it has a rubber gasket so it seals completely. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. I keep it on the trailer at my house some of the time but for the last couple of years Ive had the luxury of being able to keep it at a dock at a friends house for months at a time. Towers, Tow Ropes & Water pressure is not mentioned in the manual under the "Flushing Port" section. along the same lines, my annual service includes cleaning out the thermostats. Here is a video that describes what I did: CREATE Maintenance, Pumps and Too much water pressure !!!
Platforms, Slide They are available from many sources and reduce city water pressure from the hookup to something safe for the RV. Marble, Engine Boat Gel Coat - Spectrum Color, Pumps and Seats, Pontoon Boat Seats & Its probably ocd lol but knowing the effects of salt water on anything metal gets me paranoid. Perhaps depending on the brand Yamaha says their built in flusher rinses the powerhead even with the thermostat closed. OK. I wondered about how to properly flush the motor since it seems I could not run it tilted out of the water. Deals, Paint & Maintenance Is this a fresh or saltwater motor use ? Learn more about earning points with eBay Mastercard, - eBay Return policy - opens in a new tab or window, - eBay Money Back Guarantee - opens in a new tab or window. Dock, Cabin and Maintenance, Boat Cleaners & Deals, Camping & RV The Right Fit, Shop By High Back Reclining Helm Seat, Cabin and Subscribe here to get the latest updates news on all things fishing and hunting right to your inbox, Some of the add-ons on this site are powered by. Poppet valves are usually a 3 parts component, very simple to remove with the right tool and cleaned soon after, no need to change it unless shot. Ski, Wakeboard THE FINE PRINT: All prices subject to change without notice. Accessories, PWC Parts & Shelters, Boat How do you clean them ultrasonic cleaner with salt a way? Hello friends. Accessories, Boat The motor I had previous did not. How big of a problem is this if my motor runs fine and pees fine on the muffs or in the water? Any and all products may be withdrawn from sale at any time. Hardware, Marine Dollies, SportsStuff Great Big 0 Members and 1 Guest are viewing this topic. Kits, Seadog Stainless Steel Cup The tech told me that it's best to flush with the motor running vertically. It is 3/4's water after all. Defender Industries, Inc., 42 Great Neck Road, Waterford, CT 06385-3336.
Motors, Fishing Downriggers & JavaScript is disabled. Hardware, Boat Trailer Instruments, VHF Radios & for Sale, Buy A Zincs, Generator I do the ear muffs flushing first for a good ten to fifteen minutes then I flush through that hole after 5 mins. The engine runs, gets warm, the thermostat opens and the flush is much better. Hardware, Boat Parts, Sacrificial Anodes & I've heard elsewhere that you can get corrosion from salt water trapped in the prop hub when you tilt it up. However, the nipple on the left in red going back into the motor has also been cleaned out but no water can pass from there to the pee hole which leads me to believe sand is clogged up in the mount case somewhere. & Circuit Holder, Anchor & Dock Insurance, Boat Systems, Lowrance Hook2-4 GPS This is sort of like Steramfixer's DUH thread. It's important to know that this port supplies water after the water pump, so you must not run the motor in this mode or the dry impeller will likely be ruined. There are a couple of approaches. Have you tried flushing the motor through the flushing port with a hose adapter on muffs while the motor idles ON. Hitches, & This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. I also tried blowing out with high air pressure and that didnt work. Btw, I noticed that the Honda streams out the pee hole even when it's cold. Water was gushing inside of my lower engine shroud. 1987 - 17' Sea Pacer - 2004 Evinrude 90 E-tec, In theory, I guess it is flushing one side of the thermostat. Fasteners, Boat Windshield Is there a rubber gasket on your hose connect where it threads on to the engine? Fenders, Boat Trailer This usually take's a few minutes. Sealant, & Side note I also just realized honda manual says to only flush via flush connector and keep motor off and not with ear muffs and a garden hose with engine running like you would normally flush an outboard. Any idea what could cause this? Harware, Marine Nuts, Bolts, & Related note: I asked the Honda tech about using Salt Away with an injector on the hose. I was still instruckted by the shop to use muffs for general flushing. So maybe there's a crack or pin hole in that fitting and when your flush hose is connected to it is why it's leaking there(?). Biminis, View Boat, Boat Buyers To flush, I connect up the hose and run the engine until I feel the water exiting is warm.
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