Raw water pickup depth
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Raw water pickup depth
I'm replacing the old merc through transom water pick ups on my boat with new stainless steel ones that need to be cut to the right depth. My question is, what is the right depth? How far below the bottom of the boat should they hang? should I cut them at an angle? It's an '85 Cigarette 28 w/ small blocks and TRS drives.
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Re: Raw water pickup depth
I think with the front edge even with the bottom the back edge should be at least 3/8'' lower to start.See what the water pressure is and trim as needed. Remember it is much eaiser to trim some off then to weld metal back on.
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Re: Raw water pickup depth
What is a good target for water psi? Would the fact that I have crossovers change anything? Thanks for the replies.
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