SoCal Jet Boats
Tech Talk => Engine Mechanical / Electrical => Topic started by: berkbryan on August 09, 2012, 02:47:38 PM
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How do I stop water going thru my headers at idle I have a bran new basset t valve with the ball and spring water still going in at idle
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http://www.performancejet.com/ttjetboatenginecooling.html (http://www.performancejet.com/ttjetboatenginecooling.html)
Read that it should answer everything you need. Easiest fix is to install a hand ball valve before the t fitting and adjust the handle opening to when the engine hits around 1800 200 rpms.
Are you testing this at the lake or with a garden hose running to the engine?
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the lake
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I have the same problem. At idle water still flows even with the Bassett T. I just went to Home Depot and bought the brass 1/4 throw 1/2" ball valve (same as what is installed at the jet). I now have control on water flow to headers right from my seat. I will run the headers dry before I shut off from now on. About a minute or so, not at all concerned about blueing the headers. I'm going to have them ceramic coated black later anyway.
I spent $30 at Home Depot and $12 on heater hose.[attachimg=1]