While the main water pump works fine, it’s very noisy. I’m wondering if any one has purchased a pump that has quiet operation?
Also, my propeller and shaft were encrusted with barnacles from this past season. Towards the end of the season I was having issues with getting the boat up to full speed, notably once I went beyond 2000 rpm the engine would quit. Any chance that the barnacles were causing the issue or should I be focused on mechanical issues, like the fuel pump lift? Additionally, anyone have a paint that they recommend for keeping barnacle growth down on prop and shaft?
Also, my propeller and shaft were encrusted with barnacles from this past season. Towards the end of the season I was having issues with getting the boat up to full speed, notably once I went beyond 2000 rpm the engine would quit. Any chance that the barnacles were causing the issue or should I be focused on mechanical issues, like the fuel pump lift? Additionally, anyone have a paint that they recommend for keeping barnacle growth down on prop and shaft?