muffler back pressure

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Has anyone had problem with muffler back pressure causing significant back pressure that prevents the water pump from funtioning properly....I have a 1991 C-30.
 
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I am having the same problem and wonder if anyone can help. After running the engine to get out to sail and shutting down, I experience no raw water flow upon restart. I have to disconnect a raw water hose from the heat exchanger and run the engine to release pressure. When I put the hose back on all works well.
 
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Backpressure

Maybe this will help. Check the hose from the exchanger to the vent loop beneath the counter for soft spots. Mine had and electrical tie used for support and the tie was tight and over the years weakened the hose, When the engine shuts off, water drained back towards the pump collapsing the hose. When restarting, water pressure crimped the hose at the tie. At least that was my problem. Before I found the problem I had the pump apart twice, the water filter off twice and then I started the engine with the hose from the pump off at the exchanger and I had good flow, so the problem was further up. Doubt if it is back pressure from the engine. Good luck.
 
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