Water Circulation problem?

[Quacks]

76' 15hp short shaft evinrude
according to the ramblings articles, I should be able to rest a finger on top of the engine block for a minute without feeling discomfort; I have never been able to do this, but water is spraying out very strong at the exhaust port and the engine idles down and runs good. I can keep a finger on top for about 10 seconds, then it gets hot. It does not burn any of the paint or if i put water on top it doesnt sizzle away;
is that just the way this year of motor should be at?

thanks

 

[DargelJohn]

Re: Water Circulation problem?

My rule of thumb is you should be able to keep your finger on the head for a count of three. (One mississippi, two mississippi, three mississippi.)

An IR thermometer gun is good investent. Get one at Harbor Freight for around $30.

 

[Quacks]

Re: Water Circulation problem?

all right, should be good then! he (schafer) must be referring to the newer motors as for leaving your finger on for a minute

 

[Sixmark]

Re: Water Circulation problem?

Seconds is the method of measure, I really don't advise anyone to leave their hand on the head of any internal combustion engine for a minute.

 

[dew2]

Re: Water Circulation problem?

Thermometer is the best way to go.People all react to hot and cold differently.Say a cook probably touch that motor far beyond the time it takes me to burn out.A

 

[Sixmark]

Re: Water Circulation problem?

Thermometer is the best way to go.People all react to hot and cold differently.Say a cook probably touch that motor far beyond the time it takes me to burn out.A

I was referring to the difference between seconds or minutes, obviously using the proper tool is the best method.

 

[boobie]

Re: Water Circulation problem?

Get the Harbor Freight IR thermometer and it takes all the guess work out of it. I've got two different types of them and I even use them around the house. Good to have.

 

[emoney]

Re: Water Circulation problem?

They're (the HF IR therms) are on sale right now for $39.98, ftr. A minute is a long time; at least it would be for me.