How to Change the Impeller on a Volvo D6

[@glennlepien473]

Another great video on "how to do it" with some good pointers too .. (To insert the impeller, you can use "zip-ties" around the impeller to hold the blades in and allow you to insert it deep enough into the housing, snipping off the zip-ties just before completing the press-in.) I liked how you sped up the process so it didn't drag out .. Well Done, Capt!

[@ElevateYacht]

Thank you sir! The zip-ties is a great option that a lot of the techs I know use. Honestly, I don’t use it too often but it does work well. For me, a whole bunch of boat soap or Dawn soap works just fine to get it into position - just make sure you’ve got a clean rag to dry your hands otherwise using any tool after that becomes a challenge 🤣

[@christophera3330]

I an age in where every KZbinr has a tedious intro, special effects, bravado, etc., it is a breath of fresh air to see you going right on point and just being "normal". Thanks for sharing. Greetings from Norway

[@ElevateYacht]

This is great to hear! Thank you for the kind words. I’m a boat guy, not a tech guy so that probably helps lessen the frills of the fancy intros 🤣. Thank you for watching! Cheers

[@ElevateYacht]

Ha! I am far from a star my friend. Super cool hearing you guys are enjoying these videos though! I might not be super polished but hey, that’s half the fun. Thank you for watching and thank you for the support!

[@mrhannaman]

Great comment! Could not agree more.

[@JohnSmith-zo6ir]

I love these videos, but the more and more I watch them I realise just how little manufacturers (boat and engine) focus on making repairs and maintenance user friendly, especially for the owner-operator market, who don't want the cost of crew, mechanics and engineers. This is another reason to move to electric motors faster. It just simplifies everything.

[@tedbethwarnock4698]

Capt Dan - thanks for the great video. Question, the 'impeller puller' -- is that a bit one can purchase?.... seems like its got to be the right size nut that goes into the Volvo hub etc!

[@armandcandea1404]

Amazing Dan. Thanks for the video. My impeller came right out and inserted easily following your instructions. Amazon sent the impeller puller overnight got it in less than 24 hrs.

[@ElevateYacht]

This is awesome! So glad the video helped you pull off this job. It might seem intimidating but once you’ve done it, you’ll be able to knock them out every year with no problem. Thank you for watching and sharing your success! Cheers!

[@xaviermckracken2603]

Great video! But where can I find the impeller bolt that you use? I need one that is 16 MM

[@marcocenisio4742]

Thank you Captain Dan for this very effective "how to video"!

[@ElevateYacht]

I'm glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@boatingchesapeake2481]

Thanks for the video. Can we get the specs on the bolts you used? Or if you sell them, i will buy it. Please advise. Thanks!

[@MrColbyE]

Captain Dan, Awesome Video. I've only changed impellers on outboards but interesting to see done it on a huge inboard motor.

[@ElevateYacht]

Outboard impeller changes can be more work with the removing of the drive and whatnot. Great work man! The hardest part is fitting in some of these engine rooms to do the work. This starboard engine wasn’t bad but the port engine impeller is on the outside of that engine so I’m sandwiched between the engine and the hull 😞 thanks for watching man!!

[@mikejshaba1]

Interesting video! How can I get the tool, the impeller remover?

[@coopergreg2667]

I am happy I found your channel, thanks for the great content

[@ElevateYacht]

Thank you for your continued support! I’m glad you enjoy the channel 🙌🏼

[@stephenscott963]

Does impeller blades have to face a particular direction? Or once main turned on impeller will right itself? Thank you!

[@ElevateYacht]

Great question! They may bend in different directions when you first set it in place, but the blades will fold into proper position when the impeller begins spinning. Thank for you watching and commenting!

[@DrGilbertPark]

Hello, enjoyed the video. In one study they found that amateurs (like me) over tighten bolts while professionals undertighten. As there are several bolts should they be torqued up by us amateurs? If so what is the torque setting? Thanks form the UK

[@ElevateYacht]

Great question! I’ve always been taught to make the bolts “snug”, without over tightening them. With the number of different engines that we work on for the basic stuff like impellers - we stick to that rule. If you looked up each individual manufacturer, they may have a specific torque setting, but a good rule of thumb is not over tightening and not under either. Snug and secure. Thank you very much for watching and for the great question! Cheers!

[@itshvideos2829]

great video

[@mitchellbarnow1709]

Captain Dan, I really enjoyed watching you change that pretty wide impeller. I have seen people change them on smaller engines in sailing catamarans and small sail boats. Your attention to detail is fantastic! Why does Volvo painting everything? It looks cool, but very impractical when you paint black hoses and it peels off when move them?

[@ElevateYacht]

Thank you very much for the compliment and for watching the video! I have no clue why they like to paint the hoses which will flake off so quickly like that. Definitely not practical - but it does look pretty when brand new 😂 Thank you for watching and commenting! Welcome to the channel.

[@mitchellbarnow1709]

@@ElevateYacht You are very welcome, Captain Dan! I really enjoy your style, it must be that Midwestern hospitality.

[@stephenscott963]

How in the heck can you tell if teeth are lined up on impeller w impeller housing? Would hate to break something forcing it?!! Thanks again!

[@ElevateYacht]

The teeth are made of metal and are on a thick metal post, so as long as you’re not overly forcing, you shouldn’t have to worry about that. As I am sliding the impeller into position, I can slightly twist it until you feel the impeller “click” into position. If you try to push it in and it does not slide in with just a little pressure, try twisting it again. It might take a time or two to twist then push until it officially seats in the right spot but you’ll know. Thank you for watching and for your question!

[@steveprice4779]

That's alot of work... sure glad I have Cummins on my boat. I can change impellers in less than 10 minutes. I changed the original factory water pumps to pumps from Seaboard Marine in California. Their impellers even come with a special tool to pull them with. 😎

[@ElevateYacht]

Having an impeller puller tool is a game changer. A video of an impeller change before the puller might have been flagged for too many swears 🤣🤦🏼‍♂️ Smart move to change out the water pumps. Factory installed, isn’t always the best. Thank you for watching and contributing!

[@markkimba74]

To make it a little easier putting that impeller in, can I suggest you slacken the belt from the water pump pulley so that you can then turn the pulley by hand and then you can push the impeller into the housing by hand and when it engages the splines on the pump shaft you rotate the pulley by hand whilst pushing the impeller in by hand and it will slip in easily because as it rotates the side loading gets corrected and straightens the angle of the impeller up, you therefore don't risk damaging the brass splines up inside the impeller by forcing it with a tool. I've done a few in my time and while doing any service I have an order of play that will make it easier for any associated parts to be removed... bigger impellers get put in warm water on a cold day about a half and hour before they need to be put in to soften the rubber slighlty... (NOT very hot water, before anybody shoots me here for damaging the rubber with heat).

[@ElevateYacht]

Great input here! Thank you for watching and for the great tips. I like the warm water idea! Cheers!

[@richardtaylor2084]

Excellent video, thank you. Following for mor D6 info ;-)

[@ElevateYacht]

Welcome to the channel! D6 is a very popular engine that many clients have in their vessels. Glad you liked the video. Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@pandymk1]

That impeller removal tool you got there, any idea what the threads are?

[@ElevateYacht]

Unfortunately, I do not know the thread off the top of my head. It’s a pretty universal tool. Just Google Volvo Impeller Puller and you’ll get a number of hits. I ordered mine through the parts department of a local marina. Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@albertshilton5336]

Great video.

[@xaviermckracken2603]

Do you know where I can get a 16mm impeller bolt like the one you use?

[@ElevateYacht]

Great question! The part itself was ordered through my local marine supply store. There are a number of different options but the one I requested is for Volvo impellers specifically. Cumins also makes one - they are not interchangeable. As far as the length of bolt, the kit comes with one specific bolt but I wanted a longer option, so I went to the local hardware store and found one that screwed into my fitting properly. Hope this helps! Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@enderaktas4196]

Can you share diameter of cover of impeller o-ring?

[@MyTube4Utoo]

Very informative. Thanks.

[@ElevateYacht]

Thank you for watching!

[@carlosejohn2343]

Very good job 🙏❤

[@ElevateYacht]

Thank you very much! I appreciate you watching and commenting 🙌🏼

[@peterbloksoe5420]

Hello great video

[@ElevateYacht]

Hello! Thank you for watching

[@martinhansen132]

Why not remove the wire/plug to the oil filter ? seams like you will cave way better access and not risking damaging the wires!

[@ElevateYacht]

That is definitely an option. The only time it’s really in the way is when accessing the back two cover screws but it could give you a clearer shot at it. Good input! Thanks for watching!

[@allaboutyachting]

Great video 👍🏻As always more or less service unfriendly design of engines. To change my impellers you need hands of a 2 years old with the power of Arnold Schwarzenegger 🤪

[@ElevateYacht]

hah I totally get that. Nothing like a challenge for sure.

[@yansenpadang3225]

Good job & very smouth explain...yeaw mamen

[@ElevateYacht]

Thank you very much! Glad you liked it. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@jakovdosen7229]

When you mount the new impeller, try to mount it with the same tool, only without the screw and hit it with a hammer !

[@ElevateYacht]

Interesting! I’ll have to give that a try. Thank you for watching and for sharing the tips. I appreciate it! Cheers 🙌🏼

[@robertfrost1683]

Use a cable tie to keep the fins closed for installation.

[@ElevateYacht]

I’ve heard that trick before. I tried it and must have done it wrong because it didn’t go as smoothly as I anticipated. Once they are good and lubed up with the soap or grease, they pop in pretty good. Fully seating them takes the extra effort my way 😔

[@mitchellbarnow1709]

@@ElevateYacht Having soapy hands must make it harder to push the impeller in, because your hands are so slippery.

[@ElevateYacht]

@@mitchellbarnow1709 ha yes, the soapy hands does create a bit of a challenge at times 😩

[@gregk1179]

Hey Captain!!! Feels good to be called that way?

[@shanechostetler9997]

On my impeller changes, I remove the fuel filter water indicator connector to get it out of my way and to prevent my clumsy hands from potentially damaging it. Use the Globe run dry impellers so you don’t have the fins break on the flimsy cheaply made Volvo brand. Unless you are still under warranty.

[@jjaus]

What a crap design for a part that's liable to be changed! Would soaking the new one in hottish water make it easier?

[@ElevateYacht]

Meaning a bad design because they piece apart eventually? If there is preventative maintenance done on the vessel, one would likely identify issues with the impeller before it loses any blades. The part is inexpensive and easy to change. I have seen them made with metal but they are likely more expensive and more difficult to replace? Plus the rubber most likely has a better seal to help pump the water most efficiently. Thank you for watching and for commenting!

[@jjaus]

@@ElevateYacht No, I mean that impellers are a consumable item and I think it's ridiculous that Volvo located them in a difficult to reach spot.

[@ElevateYacht]

Ha soo true. I scratch my head a lot when it comes to placement and position of items around vessels. But, they are mostly designed for owner comforts and not mechanic comforts 🤦🏼‍♂️

[@gregk1179]

You have to specify you’re a “captain”, lmao. Amazing

[@ElevateYacht]

If someone was watching videos for tips and pointers, I’m guessing they’d prefer to learn from someone with experience, qualifications and knowledge on the topic at hand.