Here is how we Perform a Leak Down Test So after pulling the plugs and inspecting them as outlined in a previous post. Now we are going through the process of how to perform a cylinder leak down test. I have never worked on an engine with this many cylinders so this should be interesting! Everything With this Boat Is a Struggle I have found that working on this boat…
Pull the plugs When we pull the plugs, all appears to be good with the plugs. The Engine is running rich but not a single plug that looks steam cleaned or new, which is a good sign for valves and the cylinder walls. It also appears there is not a head gasket failure or water intrusion into the cylinder that way. It also means that there is a good possibility…
Draining The Oil and Water First, I started by draining the water is left in the cooling system. There is very little left, but there is still some. As stated prior, I do not want to start this motor again until I get the old oil and water out and find out how it got there. Next, I drain the oil from the motor. This oil is thick and won’t…
Repair of Sea Ray 210 Select with a bad motor, electrical and wiring