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On 9 Oct 2006 08:14:03 -0700, "
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Thanks for pointing out that I likely need to replace the impeller.
And also thanks for the link to the impeller kit; I quite likely need
to order one.

Make sure you get some anti-sieze compound (I llike a brand called
Neversieze) and work it into the threads of the bolts when you put
things back together. It is messy stuff but it will make it easierr to
get apart next time.
Now pray that the last guy did!
Basically 4 bolts right at the cavitation plate and one nut up in a
hole near the little fin in back will drop the foot. It helps to have
a helper but usually it will be stuck enough so it won't just fall.
Put some grease on the shaft splines when you go back together too.
The impeller is under that little can on top of the foot. (a couple
small bolts)

One question though: I think the idea of using anti-sieze compound is
to be able to remove the bolt easily. But a motor maintenance book
suggests me to use Loctite around the bolts that hold the lower unit to
the motor -- seem like trying to make the bolts really tight. Seem
like this is contrary to your suggestion. Does this have something to
do with the size of the motor? That book seems to suggest using
Loctite for motors that are above something like 40hp (or 75hp), and
don't make this suggestion for motors that are lower than that
horsepower.

Thanks in advance for any info that you can offer.

Jay Chan