Can I run my motor {water from spark plug hole]

Spindle

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I have a 1987 35 hp mercury 2 cylinder. Will I hurt my motor by running it for a few days with water coming from around the top spark plug ? Thanks
 

Faztbullet

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Re: Can I run my motor {water from spark plug hole]

The water jacket gasket is blown...the only thing that can happen is spark plug arcs out and causes miss or it blow out bigger and fill cowling full of water causing overheat....your decision.
 

Jlawsen

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Re: Can I run my motor {water from spark plug hole]

The water jacket gasket is blown...the only thing that can happen is spark plug arcs out and causes miss or it blow out bigger and fill cowling full of water causing overheat....your decision.

LOL, nice option list there Faztbullet... True nonetheless... Seen it happen. It starts with just a litte weep and the next thing you know pituey, it spits a gusher.
 

Chris1956

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Re: Can I run my motor {water from spark plug hole]

Spindle, Dry out the area and place a bead of silcone around it to seal it up.
 
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