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Old 04-11-2012 | 07:46 PM
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I'm looking at a boat with a 454 and the exhaust goes through the prop.Can I change it to go out the back?Please reply it could be a deal breaker for me...Thanks
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Old 04-11-2012 | 08:01 PM
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absolutely, not sure what you would do with the Y pipe for thru prop, as long as there is room on the transom just get some tips and cut some holes
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Old 04-11-2012 | 08:26 PM
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very easy job . don't sweat it
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Old 04-11-2012 | 08:38 PM
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so I don't have to change the manifolds...Just get some tips,run the pipe andcut the holes and the way I go???
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Old 04-11-2012 | 08:43 PM
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You need to install a Y blockoff plate on your transom assembly and disregard your Y or you can just simply put on the corsa captains choice setup and have the option of both and not go through the hassle of getting rid of the Y
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Old 04-11-2012 | 08:43 PM
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basically, yes. you will have to either cap off the Y or remove it, thats what i'm not sure of
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Old 04-11-2012 | 08:52 PM
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If you want to remove the Y it is easy but will probably require the engine to be pulled. It's held on by 4 bolts and comes off easy. I just took mine off and switched to thru hull. Merc makes the blank off plates and they bolt right on.
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Old 04-11-2012 | 08:56 PM
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Old 04-11-2012 | 08:57 PM
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I have yanmar diesels so only one hole needed
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Old 04-11-2012 | 09:22 PM
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Originally Posted by blownhammer2000
absolutely, not sure what you would do with the Y pipe for thru prop, as long as there is room on the transom just get some tips and cut some holes
I have done a few of these , make sure your measurements are accurate , get yourself a good quality hole saw and some epoxy resin to reseal the new holes . You will also need proper exhaust hose with two stainless hose clamps on each end . Your risers will point to where the holes need to be in transom . Make sure to give them enough drop !!! You may have to shift the engine forward slightly to remove the y-pipe or get out the sawzall and cut it enough to remove it . If you do move the engine make sure you realign it to the gimble bearing with the tool . They do sell a block off plate to put in place of the y-pipe . Last but not least use a high quality sealer on the tip flanges to keep the water on the outside of your boat .........Its all part of the fun....
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