'82 235 thermostat

[dajohnson53]

J235TLCNE<br /><br />I don't have a factory service manual, but have a Seloc (which so far has served me well, that's why I haven't gotten the factory manual). This manual is very skimpy on thermostats - I can't even really tell where it is, or what it takes to remove, check, replace, etc. I've also done a quick search of this forum and looked at an exploded diagram on-line, but still am pretty clueless as to where it is and what it takes to service it.<br /><br />So, my questions are:<br /><br />Exactly where is (are?) the thermostat(s)?<br /><br />What does it take to service them - exactly what parts are needed? Are there any gaskets that need to be replaced? I'd like to have all parts in hand because I don't want this to turn into a two week project while I wait for parts.<br /><br />I really don't have any reason to suspect the thermostats are bad other than I have no idea when they were changed last. The motor ran perfectly in it's first run of the season - 3 hours of pretty hard running. But, I'm thinking it sounds like maintenance that should be done periodically, and a straightforward DIY. I'm always looking for things I can learn to do myself without messing things up! <br /><br />Thanks.

 

[DHPMARINE]

Re: '82 235 thermostat

D., Guess that Seloc manual isn't serving you too well if you can't find the thermostats.They are located on each head,at the top.Normal socket/wrenches are the tools you need.Your local dealer can set you up with the new parts you need.<br /><br />DHP

 

[dajohnson53]

Re: '82 235 thermostat

Roger on the Seloc - time to order a factory manual I guess. It was available locally on the day I first needed a service manual so I bought it and it worked well until now. I have both for my other outboard and actually find that sometimes the Seloc is more helpful than the other (merc.) one. I think I'll take a look at the T-stat situation, but wait until I get the factory manual before I dig in. Thanks for the advice.