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Thread: Blower Replacement
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04-27-2015, 02:59 PM #1
Blower Replacement
I've dealt with our noisy blower for 4 years now. Asked the dealership to look at it and their response was that it was working fine. While I agree it works, I was hoping to determine why it is so loud.
Has anyone replaced theirs and had success quieting it down?
I am not sure where ours is located in our Outback - but figured I could start taking up floor panels.
Any comments - tips would be very helpful!2011 Outback
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04-27-2015, 03:11 PM #2
Blower Replacement
How loud is loud? Every boat I've been in their always loud. I was told it was suppose to be audible so you can tell when it's on/off.
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04-27-2015, 03:19 PM #3
I read the title and thought I was going to see a Whipple Charger or something with a huge serpentine belt?
On your subject I've found that turning the music up usually solve the issue!!
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04-27-2015, 03:25 PM #4
I completely agree with the Music part viking, but the kids get tired of Def Leppard all day!
I guess it compares to the my first boat, but three of my buddies have Malibu Response's and their blowers are very quiet in comparison.
It makes sense that you should hear it to know it is on, but it sounds like a blow horn.
Maybe I'll get an audio file of it uploaded!2011 Outback
Kicker ZXM700.5, Roswell Tower Speakers
Kicker 6.5's, JL 8W3v3 in Custom enclosure
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04-27-2015, 03:39 PM #5
I know alot of it can depend on the location. ON my outback it was on the starboard side near the engine mount (basically right behind the helm) so it seemed alot louder than alot of v-drives I've been in since they are located usually on the transom inside engine bay port near the locker. Might be more insulated there too? Any rate I could always tell when mine was on. I don't think they are that expensive to replace?
2007 Moomba Outback - going, going, GONE
2015 "NOT A MOOMBA"
Why Not? Play Hard! Get wet
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04-27-2015, 03:47 PM #6
Thanks for the comments.
It certainly isn't too expensive to replace. The local dealership quoted $90 including parts / labor.
Just want to make sure if there is a better blower assembly or manufacturer - I'll try to figure the installation myself.
Getting the itch to get back on the water...2011 Outback
Kicker ZXM700.5, Roswell Tower Speakers
Kicker 6.5's, JL 8W3v3 in Custom enclosure
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04-27-2015, 04:18 PM #7
I just installed this one and it's not loud at all. Replacement is very easy as well. http://amzn.com/B001O0DE9E
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04-27-2015, 09:42 PM #8
Yea, I had to do one a few years back. That's about right. 15 bucks and 15 min. Easiest thing in the world on an Outback.
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04-28-2015, 05:49 PM #9
You'll see that same blower in the single speed Heatercraft heaters. Just in case you need to change it out.
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04-29-2015, 07:05 PM #10
I took out some of the floor panels around the engine and the back ski locker hoping to locate the blower and couldn't locate it.
I reached down past the gas tank as far as I could and didn't seem to feel anything resembling this blower housing?
Any thoughts?
Would they really locate it towards the front of the boat under the drivers or passengers side?
I'm beginning to think the $90 is well worth the cost.2011 Outback
Kicker ZXM700.5, Roswell Tower Speakers
Kicker 6.5's, JL 8W3v3 in Custom enclosure