Thanks to the folks that posted the message about potential water pump problems on a Volvo MD7A, I was able to save mine from disaster!
For those of you on the west coast, I purchased a new Johnson pump from Marelco in Seattle WA. (206 545 4224) for $137.29 which included next day delivery and two clamps that are needed, as well as lot of great advice!! A local yard in Anacortes wanted close to $400.00 for the same pump, and they had to order it!!
If you are looking at purchasing, ask for Bill Tibbits. Wonderful to talk to, and has a lot of information that saved me a lot of time and frustration in installing the new pump.
By the way, the new Johnson pump has a ball bearing system, that is virtually fullproof as far as potential leaks are concerned!
As the folks "down below" on this site stated, check your water pump!!
Ken Cave
Cape Dory 28 "Dragon Tale"
#227
bcave@whidbey.net
Water pump problems!
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