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Subject: TWL: Exhaust rubber or fiberglass
From: Chris Grubb (cgrubb@XXX.XXX)
Date: Wed Jan 02 2002 - 10:15:50 EST
Ahoy!
Hope everyone had a pleasant holiday(s).
I'm replacing my exhaust from the motor's 'Y' pipe to the transom. Diameter
is 6" and approx 15' long. Original exhaust is rubber hose. After 30+
years, it's time to change. I'm thinking about using fiberglass exhaust
tubing in lieu of hose. Was wondering what the consensus is concerning
these two materials. Tubing is about 1/2 price but don't want to compromise
safety. Were diesel, natural aspirated 2 cycle, 250 hp with the exhaust
outlet 1/2 submerged at rest. Any opinions are greatly appreciated.
Also, concerning the Dec's posts about the cutlass bearings. I have
successfully replaced all 6 using the threaded rod method. One was a bear,
but it gave way eventually.
Thanx in advance!!!
Chris
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