TOPIC: Hole in Bearcat 55 Cooling Tube???

Hole in Bearcat 55 Cooling Tube??? 7 years 7 months ago #126693

markfrnka
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I disassembled the top section (belly pan) from the upper leg, and the copper water tube has an approximate 1/4" hole in it. It looks like it was intentionally drilled. Is this supposed to be there to cool the exhaust?? I would think this would cause some decrease in water pressure, and am wondering if I should put a sleeve around this? Has anyone noticed this? Thanks!

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Re: Hole in Bearcat 55 Cooling Tube??? 7 years 7 months ago #126704

billr Offline Moderator Posts: 621 Karma: 51 Thank you received: 0	No that hole should not be there, replace the tube to be safe is my advice. Is that on the Ed motor? Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re: Hole in Bearcat 55 Cooling Tube??? 7 years 7 months ago #126826

markfrnka Offline Fresh Boarder Posts: 11 Thank you received: 0	I think I know what happened. It is the same level as the lower shock mount. I think someone had drilled a broken bolt out, as I actually had to do this on the other side. Thanks Bill! Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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