speedometer on my OX66 not working

[macomber]

Anyone have an image of where the speedometer intake pilot hole is located on a 2001 225 ox66? Pretty sure mine is clogged. Also, whats the best method for clearing? Did a search but could not open an older image.
Thanks

 

[miky2884]

I believe you have to drop the lower unit, not 100% positive.

 

[TimC2520]

It's on the leading ede of the lower gearcase.

 

[macomber]

Was reading that is a very small intake hole in front of lower unit

 

[TimC2520]

It is a very small on the leading edge of the gear case.
They clog frequently, particularly in dirty water (weeds, etc).

 

[DaleH]

Absolute waste of time & effort to even worry about ...

 

[miky2884]

I actually prefer to have it working

 

[TomS]

Its on the leading edge on the bottom half of the lower unit. It will be a very small, circular hole about the size of a pin's head.

Usually you can free it up with a pin / needle or small piece of wire. If its really clogged up hard, best bet is to find an appropriately size drill bit and twist BY HAND to clear the obstruction.

-- Tom

 

[macomber]

Thanks guys, I prefer to have it working as well

 

[Megabyte]

Its on the leading edge on the bottom half of the lower unit. It will be a very small, circular hole about the size of a pin's head.

Usually you can free it up with a pin / needle or small piece of wire. If its really clogged up hard, best bet is to find an appropriately size drill bit and twist BY HAND to clear the obstruction.

-- Tom

Absolutely.
A 1/16" twist drill bit if I remember correctly.
You can open it up by spinning the bit in your fingers.