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How often should you change impeller on Mercury outboard?

How often should you change impeller on Mercury outboard?

How Often Should You Change the Water Pump On Mercury Outboard? In most cases, you won’t need to replace the water pump unless the housing is damaged. Instead, replacing the water pump impeller every three years or sooner should avoid most water-pump-related issues and keep your outboard running in excellent condition.

What causes an impeller to go bad?

Abrasive sandlike material can cause the impeller to wear out faster. Impellers can also wear out by becoming stiff and brittle due to the motor sitting unused for several seasons or being exposed to heat. Water lubricates the impeller, and if it’s run dry, the impeller can be ruined in a few seconds.

Why is my impeller not working?

Blockages are one of the most common causes of impellers not spinning. So, it is a good idea to check that there are no debris, such as weeds, preventing from spinning it.

How does a Mercury Mercury outboard water pump work?

Mercury Outboard Water Pumps and Impellers Functional water pumps containing impellers work to pump cooling water through your engine for further sustainability. As with anything else, the better your parts are, the better results you can expect.

How much horsepower does a Mercury outboard motor have?

Fits Mercury/Mariner 65 HP (4-cylinder) through V-6 outboards with short-vane impellers Fits Mercruiser I/R/MR/Alpha drives (s/n…

Where can I buy direct replacement Mercury outboard parts?

Check out the Sierra Marine Parts Catalog for a complete listing of Direct Replacement Mercury Marine Parts for almost every Outboard and Inboard Motor manufacturer in the Marine Industry. Call us at (405) 533-3812 or send us an email at [email protected] for more details, there is no better deal available on Mercury Outboard Parts, guaranteed!

What size impeller do I need for a 46-46893a 6 pump?

14 Units which have already had a complete pump replacement with the 46-46893A 6 pump should use 47-22748 impeller.

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