how many exhaust spacers?
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My motors in the race boat sit low. Real low in the hull. I was going to use a 6" exhaust spacer to make up the difference but at first look I think I'm going to have to add a bit to that. Can i stack the 6" spacers like in the picture without issue? If not what do you beside having custom exhaust made that are not in the budget?
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the deal - try as little as possible because the extra weight of these extensions can cause exhaust manifold gaskets to blow out. Common on stock Mercruiser with the tall riser extensions to blow exhaust manifold gaskets even on brand new boats within the 1st / 2 years of ownership.
We do not even use OEM Mercruiser exhaust manifold gaskets nor their riser gaskets anymore - went over to Mr. Gaskets Ultra Seal II as they seem to hold up alot better than Merc OEM. Also proper torque on all bolts is important here when putting back together. Hopes this helps. Good luck
We do not even use OEM Mercruiser exhaust manifold gaskets nor their riser gaskets anymore - went over to Mr. Gaskets Ultra Seal II as they seem to hold up alot better than Merc OEM. Also proper torque on all bolts is important here when putting back together. Hopes this helps. Good luck
Last edited by BUP; 08-11-2011 at 03:03 PM.



