Flush-Pro

[AirTool]

Besides the price, is there any reason NOT to chose a Flush-Pro over just a plain tee in the line?

I've seen all the other threads with simple connectors and such...plus variations for external buckets, valves, etc.

The questions I have are:

1. Has anyone had problems with the flush-pro restricting flow during normal operation?

2. Has anyone had problems with the flush-pro water hose connector leaking in or out during normal operation?

3. Has anyone had any problems with the case cracking or leaking?

4. Any other problems?

Right now I have the 1" tee to install between the hull valve and the strainer. But I'd rather install a flush pro in the 1-1/4" hose between the strainer and the trans cooler. This line has a larger diameter and there is a long, flexible run of hose that would make for a nicer installtion than the short, stiff section upstream of the strainer.

There are some benefits to the flush-pro over the plain tee. I'd like to use it but want to be sure it's not a cheap gimmick.

AirTool

[jiminator]

AT-
I live on a saltwater lagoon, so flushing is a ritual for me, and the first thing I do with any boat I own is to install a Flushpro. Regarding your questions, I've never had a single problem. Just install it in a location where it's not going to be subject to being banged around and you'll be fine. It's plastic, but so is the strainer that CC uses.

The other nice thing, because of the check valve, is that you can route a hose to wherever is convenient, using quick connects, etc.

BTW, my 07 211 came with the factory flush kit, but I'm going to remove it because it is pretty much useless because of the lack of any kind of a check valve.

-jd

[SNMike]

I just installed the flush pro last week on my 07 196 on the 1" hose before the strainer, as it was a much less congested spot in which to install it. Only took 15 minutes to install it. ZERO problem's! I've been out twice with flawless water flow and flushed the engine twice upon returning from the lake.

It really works great. Best $57.00 I've spent.

Regards to all!

Mike

[MikeC]

I've had the Flush Pro on my boat for over 250 operating hours and have never had a problem. I used to have a Tee installed, but to use it you had to close the water inlet valve to keep the water from pouring out the inlet when hooked to a hose - works great until the son takes the boat out and doesn't check the inlet valve or the engine temperature - fortunately there was no major damage. So I put the Flush Pro on to make it stupid proof.

[inboardsonly]

you just have to watch your water pressure when you start up the engine.
There is nowhere for the 50 psi house pressure to go, other than through your engine, and if you turn on the water,
and build up the pressure before starting the engine, you MIGHT blow a gasket or seal on your pump....hasnt happened, but
could...
Other than that, they are a great product, and like jiminator said, put on the remote hose kit, and then you dont have to lift the hood to get
at the engine to flush it. Had that on my boat since day one.

[tski97]

I took a short hose and put a ball balve on it to connect to the flush pro so i could regulate while in the boat. It works great when i start and stop it. No more yelling to some one at the hose bib to help out.

[AirTool]

you just have to watch your water pressure when you start up the engine.
There is nowhere for the 50 psi house pressure to go, ....

Agree. Outside the boat, I'm going to make a PVC tee assembly with the block and siphon valves (as shown on another thread) and flow from the house and draw from the 5gal bucket at the same time. That will prevent dead heading the house pressure against the engine...water will relieve to the bucket. I saw an Ashcroft gauge on Grainger site for $15. I might had that just as a fun science experiment and lesson for my kids.

I'll post the design and pictures when I'm done.

The only concern I have at this point...is installing the flush-pro downstream of the strainer. The benefits are that the strainer never gets pressurized nor sees glycol during winterization. The risk is that chunks of the guts from the flush-pro blow out and end up in the cooler/system.

Final Question: Is there a screen or guard inside the flush-pro to prevent this? I'm sure they know these devices will be installed in boats not equipped with strainers.

I just need to decide ahead so I know which size flush-pro to order.

Thanks for all the opinions.

AirTool