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Grog	06-30-2005 11:44 PM

Sooty block water

Every now and then I drain my block (1999 502 MPI, open cooling system) and the water from the block comes out black. Can anyone tell me if this is normal or is something bad going on?

ajl marine

07-19-2005 03:48 AM

Re: Sooty block water

sounds normal .block,manifolds& risers,thermostat housin should be checked and replaced if reqd , and flush your engine with fresh water more regular

Dave M

07-19-2005 09:43 AM

Re: Sooty block water

Yup, sounds normal. Try to wipe it up if you can, after it dries you will have a rust stain.

Grog	07-19-2005 02:38 PM

Re: Sooty block water

Thanks guys. There's at least one less thing I need to worry about.

I think I will flush my block more often. The problem with that is that I can't find a garden hose flushing adapter for the Bravo 1 low water pickup.

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