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cmigs
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Aug 11, 2013, 4:12 AM
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just rebuilt mercruiser 485 185hp need to know engine rotation so i can properly turn it over to set 1 tdc to install distributor cant find it in the manual i think i saw it before and said ccw but need to be sure as not to damage outdrive waterpump hope you can help as i know this is marine app.
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Hammer Time
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Aug 11, 2013, 4:54 AM
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Why does it matter and why would it damage the out drive?
Can't you tell the rotation from the starter position and rotation?
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cmigs
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Aug 11, 2013, 4:55 AM
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found it in a different manual. all stern drive engines are left hand rotation when viewed from flywheel end. so clockwise from front of engine thank you anyways
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cmigs
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Aug 11, 2013, 4:58 AM
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hi hammer the manual says it can damage the waterpump impeller in the leg i guess it can reverse the rubber blades just wnat to play it safe
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Hammer Time
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Aug 11, 2013, 4:59 AM
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OK got it
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(This post was edited by Hammer Time on Aug 11, 2013, 4:59 AM)
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cmigs
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Aug 11, 2013, 5:01 AM
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when the motor turns over it will turn the leg drive as to run the overboard pump at all times
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