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Originally Posted by jst_4_kiks
the 5.7 mercruiser engine is a very strong engine. if your engine has power steering (very likely) then you DO have an oil cooler. it is possible for the cooler tubes to be blocked with sludge and such.
to confirm that you have an oil cooler look down near the block on the port side of the engine. there would be a 3" by 14" (sizes vary) tube with the water inlet tube from the transom on one end and an outlet going to the engine. then on top of it there would be two hoses (in and out) for oil to cool. this oil cooler is usually supported by two hose clamps or some other type of brackets.
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Thanks learn something new everyday.I will check this out next time up to the lake. I do remember seeing something like that and I do have power steering.
Too bad the Pontiac engine in my new avatar wont bolt in.