PromisesKept
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Below is from my mechanic,has anyone had this promblem.
Thanks,Steve
The problem you are having is with your exhaust risers. All four show signs of what I would consider premature failure. They're only four seasons old.The failures are occurring in the area of the casting near the top where the bolts pass through the riser and go down to the manifold. There is a concave shape to allow room for the bolt which seems to decrease the thickness of the riser in certain areas. All of the signs of failure are in these same spots. As I told you on the phone Rick, my service manager, stuck his screwdriver right through the inboard riser on the port motor. These risers list for about $515 each form Volvo so you are looking at a pretty significant cost.
Riser (or manifold) failures can lead to water ingestion into the motor which can lead to very costly damage. Needless to say, its not worth risking engine damage by not replacing all of your risers. If you call Volvo you can give them my number if they would like me to explain what we are seeing. I checked with Master Marine again today and Volvo is now showing the risers in stock and ready to ship. My recommendation would be to go ahead and get the risers ordered while you see if Volvo will help you out with this issue. You can't run the boat the way it is so if they drag their feet it will only extend your time on land.
Thanks,Steve
The problem you are having is with your exhaust risers. All four show signs of what I would consider premature failure. They're only four seasons old.The failures are occurring in the area of the casting near the top where the bolts pass through the riser and go down to the manifold. There is a concave shape to allow room for the bolt which seems to decrease the thickness of the riser in certain areas. All of the signs of failure are in these same spots. As I told you on the phone Rick, my service manager, stuck his screwdriver right through the inboard riser on the port motor. These risers list for about $515 each form Volvo so you are looking at a pretty significant cost.
Riser (or manifold) failures can lead to water ingestion into the motor which can lead to very costly damage. Needless to say, its not worth risking engine damage by not replacing all of your risers. If you call Volvo you can give them my number if they would like me to explain what we are seeing. I checked with Master Marine again today and Volvo is now showing the risers in stock and ready to ship. My recommendation would be to go ahead and get the risers ordered while you see if Volvo will help you out with this issue. You can't run the boat the way it is so if they drag their feet it will only extend your time on land.
