[rose_surfer]

Not sure which models this is common to but I was changing the impeller on the stbd 454 crusader of my 3100 and when I reinstalled the pump i noticed the belt driving the pump rubs against the hose hose (and clamp) on the raw water intake line coming over from the seacock. There's even a bit of a groove in the hose where the belt has been rubbing it. I tried adjusting the hoses every way I could but couldn't resolve the interference. Is this a common issue? Anyone else noticed it?

The geometry of the port engine seems such that it isn't really an issue on the other side.

I'm wondering if I need to replace and re-route the water line? Seems like a problem in the making.

[Uhehner]

I did not see that problem on my '88 31 Open. My only suggestion is to replace the intake hose and put a twist in it to clear the belt. You might also tie wrap a thin piece of aluminum or stainless around the hose for protection in the belt area.  Capt. george

[rose_surfer]

I'll definitely have to reroute the hose somehow - protecting the hose will save me from a really bad day but I don't want the belt to go either. Surprised other folks haven't noticed this. Since it's right at the water pump it seems like an area most people would "visit" regularly to change the impeller. Makes me wonder if there is something about how the u-cooler is mounted in my boat that isn't normal. The port side isn't an issue because, at least it seems by looking at it, the pump spins the other way and the hoses are reversed.