Outboard Motors And Out Drive Water Pumps

Article by: Captain John Carty

In the surf we are still catching speckled trout and a few red drum. In the waterways and the river the water temperature is about 5 degrees lower than in the surf, which makes it more difficult to hook up on a fish. There are still some trout, drum, and stripped bass in the river. No report for offshore fishing. This week’s fishing tip: Outboard motors and out drive water pumps. I have seen so many time people starting their boat motors at the boat ramp before launching to make sure everything is working properly. (BIG MISTAKE!) Your outboard and out drive has a rubber impella inside a stainless steel housing. We all know friction creates heat. When you hit your starter you are spinning your rubber water pump, which without water will cause it to melt on the stainless steel housing. This will lead to very expensive problems. A pump impella should be replaced at least every two years. Average cost for an impella is about $50.00 if you do it yourself. I do mine about twice a year due to the fact that I use my boat about every day. If you feel you can’t do this on your own, have it done by a professional. It will be money well spent. If you have any questions about this, feel free to give me a call. Keep fishing and stay safe. Captain John Carty Affordable Charters

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