Race lower unit with water pump?

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07-14-2018
PPRINT

Race lower unit with water pump?

Hello all,
I'm gathering data and parts for an OMC SST45 clone engine that will be mounted on a fabricated tower.

My question is, are there any racing lower units that have provisions for a water pump?
Hoping to find something that has current parts support if possible.

Thank you,
Rob
07-15-2018
DeanFHobart

Quote:

Originally Posted by PPRINT

Hello all,
I'm gathering data and parts for an OMC SST45 clone engine that will be mounted on a fabricated tower.

My question is, are there any racing lower units that have provisions for a water pump?
Hoping to find something that has current parts support if possible.

Thank you,
Rob

The 45SS gearcase has a water pump and is available from Sea-Way Marine..... seawaymarine.com and the phone number is there. Talk to Dave Losvar.
07-15-2018
PPRINT

Thanks for the response Dean.

I ran across some older posts that made reference to Seaway possibly having stock on them but was not sure if that still held true today. I will call on Monday and get the current scoop.

This motor will be run on an E-Hydro boat so i was hoping to find something that was a bit lighter and has a better profile. Reverse is not a requirement.

I guess another alternative is to make a subplate between the foot and tower that holds a pump and uses a transom mounted pickup.

Thanks again,
Rob
07-15-2018
DeanFHobart

Rob,

Many E Hydro outfits have the 45 SS gear case on them. On an E I would not recommend a lighter unit.
07-18-2018
MODIFIEDOUTBOARD

Quote:

Originally Posted by PPRINT

Thanks for the response Dean.

I ran across some older posts that made reference to Seaway possibly having stock on them but was not sure if that still held true today. I will call on Monday and get the current scoop.

This motor will be run on an E-Hydro boat so i was hoping to find something that was a bit lighter and has a better profile. Reverse is not a requirement.

I guess another alternative is to make a subplate between the foot and tower that holds a pump and uses a transom mounted pickup.

Thanks again,
Rob

http://www.boatracingfacts.com/forum...ghlight=KOMATO

a 7/8" plate with eccentric counterbore makes a waterpump. See Bass water Pump.