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Originally Posted by 8gv
I am wondering if I cam keep the water out by covering the intake holes on the drive.
If I plugged the hose hole on rectangular “ear muffs” and squeazed them tightly onto the drive, would it keep the water out?
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That should slow it down enough to easily allow the bilge pump to keep up if it does not stop it fully. Put a plastic shopping bag over the inlet holes first and it will be even more effective.
The key to getting the pump out easily is to use a 1/4" drive ratchet. It will fit nicely behind the pulley. Some folks find it easier to remove the pump by taking the pump bracket off the engine first. If you can't get the hoses off with the pump in place, take them off after you unbolt the pump from the engine.