I’ve checked anodes on several outboard motors. 1. The fact that your anode is deteriorated is a good thing; it means it did its job. 2.the zinc you have softened on certain spots and broke off and went for a ride into the cooling system (think kidney stones) but most likely will NOT be an issue. 3. You did a great video. 4. So, in the end. Would you suggest taking off the intakes or using a “doll hand” approach to taking out the anode ? Thanks
I like your honesty. I think that would be my choice as well because you could open up a can of worms when you remove that manifold lose something break, something etc. the less moving parts the better. Where do I buy just the zinc for a 2018 VX limited?
I'm going to change / check the anode in my waverunner USING your exact instructions. I bought the 12mm universal (home depot calls it 3/8 drive 12mm universal) that's the one I got. wish me luck. I may put a safety net so it doesn't fall into the bilge. Any tips on putting it back in would be great. thanks again. great video.
Grease the rubber gasket so you can easily turn it to line the bolt up. Be prepared to cut up your hands, hurt your back leaning over, and swear a lot.
I did it. took about 2hours. (it's like a pro level version of the game OPERATION) Unfortunately I didn't see the "grease the gasket" until just now. But gentle taps lined up the bolt hole once it was in the engine block hole. I was worried about cross threading but it went in fairly smoothly and I backed it out once to check the threads. The grease would have also helped in the anode going back in the hole. Things to add to your follow up video: 1. those pliers you show in your video are a MUST have ( I bought some) and get a LONG flat head screw driver (6" plus handle). 2. remove and replace the anode via the oil filter side. 3. Once you place the anode back, close to the hole resting where you can touch it with your fingers, use a LONG screw driver or rod, put it in the anode assembly bolt hole and use that to guide it back to the engine block hole. Use a mirror and brite light, go slow. patience is paramount.,4. DO NOT put the bolt in place until the anode assembly is secure or it will fall into the bilge. This job is doable but not for guys that don't have common sense@@Channel-About-Nothing
Thanks for the info but on my 2019 SX195 it became a nightmare, It broke in half when I pulled it out and other half is stuck/caked inside and can't get it out no matter what. How deep is the cavity the anode goes in?
Wow, that sucks! Looks like it is about as deep as the zink is long. So did the bolt holding the zink on come out with no zink on it and it's now stuck in the engine? I really don't know what to tell you, but I would definitely take off the intake manifold and figure out a way to pull all the crap left in the engine out. If it goes in the engine you could cause a blockage and create an overheating issue. Please post what you do.
@@ruffriding2k2 Are you running in saltwater? These zinks are in the cooling system so I have to assume pushing it into the engine is a bad thing. If you haven't removed the intake manifold I would do that now. Try to get out all you can, you never know, chipping it with a shop vac on top of it may be your only option at this point unless you want to take it to a dealer. I am sorry to say I have no proven advice on removing what's left but I do have future advice. If you are in salt and not using some type of salt removal, use something. I use salt away and it appears to help on several things.
@Van R Yes I'm running in salt water only.. also I'm going to have to take the intake manifold off.. will chip at it carefully & vacuum and yes use salt away. Thanks again
Thanks for the video! Helps me with my overheating troubleshooting
These things are a beast to get out. I’m assuming you did this with a cold engine. Is that’s what’s recommended or a warm engine?
They are a pain and definitely cold.
I’ve checked anodes on several outboard motors. 1. The fact that your anode is deteriorated is a good thing; it means it did its job. 2.the zinc you have softened on certain spots and broke off and went for a ride into the cooling system (think kidney stones) but most likely will NOT be an issue. 3. You did a great video. 4. So, in the end. Would you suggest taking off the intakes or using a “doll hand” approach to taking out the anode ? Thanks
Removing the intake will be my last resort, but I am a glutton for punishment.
I like your honesty. I think that would be my choice as well because you could open up a can of worms when you remove that manifold lose something break, something etc. the less moving parts the better. Where do I buy just the zinc for a 2018 VX limited?
@stevesantagati2264 I could not find just the zink, and I can't remember where I got the replacement from.
I'm going to change / check the anode in my waverunner USING your exact instructions. I bought the 12mm universal (home depot calls it 3/8 drive 12mm universal) that's the one I got. wish me luck. I may put a safety net so it doesn't fall into the bilge. Any tips on putting it back in would be great. thanks again. great video.
Grease the rubber gasket so you can easily turn it to line the bolt up. Be prepared to cut up your hands, hurt your back leaning over, and swear a lot.
I did it. took about 2hours. (it's like a pro level version of the game OPERATION) Unfortunately I didn't see the "grease the gasket" until just now. But gentle taps lined up the bolt hole once it was in the engine block hole. I was worried about cross threading but it went in fairly smoothly and I backed it out once to check the threads. The grease would have also helped in the anode going back in the hole. Things to add to your follow up video: 1. those pliers you show in your video are a MUST have ( I bought some) and get a LONG flat head screw driver (6" plus handle). 2. remove and replace the anode via the oil filter side. 3. Once you place the anode back, close to the hole resting where you can touch it with your fingers, use a LONG screw driver or rod, put it in the anode assembly bolt hole and use that to guide it back to the engine block hole. Use a mirror and brite light, go slow. patience is paramount.,4. DO NOT put the bolt in place until the anode assembly is secure or it will fall into the bilge. This job is doable but not for guys that don't have common sense@@Channel-About-Nothing
Thanks for the info but on my 2019 SX195 it became a nightmare, It broke in half when I pulled it out and other half is stuck/caked inside and can't get it out no matter what. How deep is the cavity the anode goes in?
Wow, that sucks! Looks like it is about as deep as the zink is long. So did the bolt holding the zink on come out with no zink on it and it's now stuck in the engine? I really don't know what to tell you, but I would definitely take off the intake manifold and figure out a way to pull all the crap left in the engine out. If it goes in the engine you could cause a blockage and create an overheating issue. Please post what you do.
@Van R The Anode cover and bolt came out with about half of anode..thanks
@@ruffriding2k2 Are you running in saltwater? These zinks are in the cooling system so I have to assume pushing it into the engine is a bad thing. If you haven't removed the intake manifold I would do that now. Try to get out all you can, you never know, chipping it with a shop vac on top of it may be your only option at this point unless you want to take it to a dealer.
I am sorry to say I have no proven advice on removing what's left but I do have future advice. If you are in salt and not using some type of salt removal, use something. I use salt away and it appears to help on several things.
@Van R Yes I'm running in salt water only.. also I'm going to have to take the intake manifold off.. will chip at it carefully & vacuum and yes use salt away. Thanks again
Thank you for the video, it is very helpful!