did a forum search and found useful information so thanks. I saw a post that points to the maintenance schedule which is 1 year or 100 hours check. Now to my question, how long do the engine anodes usually last in salt water? Or is dependent? I have F115TXRB
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Originally posted by gtreanto View Postdid a forum search and found useful information so thanks. I saw a post that points to the maintenance schedule which is 1 year or 100 hours check. Now to my question, how long do the engine anodes usually last in salt water? Or is dependent? I have F115TXRB
The large main one, across the lower transom bracket, I brush clean maybe once a year and still in EXCELLENT shape. Trim tab looks new as well.
Once wire brushed, probably 1/3 gone... The anodes spin onto the "mount". Very easy to swap out if accessible..
The lowest was the worst, the top most, could have cleaned up and re-used. I replaced all of them, cheap insurance:
Last edited by TownsendsFJR1300; 05-04-2017, 09:28 PM.Scott
1997 Angler 204, Center Console powered by a 2006 Yamaha F150TXR
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My engines went into service in 2003 and have little over 700 hours. I don't have the maintenance records so not sure if the ones I took out were the originals. I'm guessing its possible. The one below the oil filter came out pretty easy. The two in the block were PITAs. Had to heat them up and wiggle like crazy. Ordered new anodes and seals.
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the two side anodes looked almost new. The anodes in the heads were probably 30% worn. One was worn more than the other, can't remember which one. Since I am going to change them I don't care. I could probably move them around and get more life out of them.
The seals were pretty bad and by the time I got the caps separated from the casing they were gone. This is what makes me think the anodes were never changed. Can't imagine someone would have changed the anodes and not replace the seals.
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