JohnH wrote in message

Brad, Have you had the manifolds and risers looked at? I've had mine in the Bay
since 1997, had the manifolds and risers off two years ago, and am thinking of
doing it again, just to see if replacement is in order.

John
On the 'Poco Loco' out of Deale, MD

No John, I haven't. How big a job is that? When I told my local
marine mechanic about my concern, his advice to me was, as long as I
like the boat (I do) and have no burning desire to replace it (I
don't) just to keep doing what I've been doing, taking good care and
maintaining the engine, and not worry too much. Worst thing would be
that I'd eventually have to replace the manifolds; a big job, but not
a disaster.

How big a job was it to take them off to inspect? I assume you found
things to be OK?

Brad