200 Mariner

[Blue_Heron]

...Now I get NO water out of all three...I assume that I didn't line up the water pipe correctly...I try it again and get no water still. Is there a trick to lining up the guide for the copper pipe? Does the pipe attach first to the upper part or to the pump housing first...also if anyone can explain the order this would be great. Also I cant see it but it looked like I got it lined up right so maybe something completely different. If anyone can help it would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks Joe

A few thoughts:

The new water pump housing probably already has the rubber bushing installed, so all you need to do is place the alignment tube and the pipe will seat properly.

Also, did you turn the drive shaft clockwise (looking down from the top) when you seated the impeller in the housing? If you turned counter clockwise, it may not pump.

And did you remember to place the key on the flat spot in the driveshaft before dropping the impeller down the shaft? Without the key, the impeller ain't going to turn.

And I reiterate my recommendation to pick up a Merc shop manual. All things are clear when you've got the book.

Good Luck,
Dave