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    ATTN: HOLLEY Experts...

    Re: ATTN: HOLLEY Experts... Here are some pics from all sides. I've been scouring the internet with my carb numbers and have found similar posts over the last 10 years - but no one ever posts a solution. The numbers on my carb listed top to bottom are: 3854057 80378-1 2225 according to...
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    ATTN: HOLLEY Experts...

    I have some problems I'm trying to resolve with my new 7.4 michigan motorz (volvo) bogging out at above 2000, both under load and at the dock. I had a fuel pump issue and along the way decided to get my carb rebuilt, just to eliminate some variables, since the carb was from my old engine. The...
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    Troubleshooting electric fuel pump...

    Ok. Engine won't start and it's narrowed down to the area of the electric fuel pump - or at least it's not being activated. Here's what I know: Engine will start if I pour fuel in the carb I double checked the starter relay (the 4 pin deal) using the trouble shooting pdf Don S posted. :blue...
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    Fuel pump trouble... I think

    I'm having to diagnose a fuel pump and was hoping someone could point me to a troubleshooting chart similar to this one. Don posted this when I had trouble with the starter relay and it was a huge help... http://forums.iboats.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=190854&d=1366915605 ...thanks
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    Need Help Selecting a Duo Prop....

    I have my new 7.4 Volvo and new lower unit. Here's a bit of history... My old 7.4 was mated to a duo prop lower unit ratio of 1:1.95. I ran C4's and got a WOT of 4400+rpm (not quite 4500) I replaced that engine with a new 7.4 and replaced the lower with a new 1:1.78. I am running B2's and...
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    Any Volvo DP owners ever use these?...

    Thoughts... Solas Duo Prop 280/290DP Type-B Aluminum Propeller Set.
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    Uh Oh. New Engine won't Crank...

    Ok, I'll do my best to explain without pictures, and hopefully the symptoms will mean something to someon. I just go a new Volvo 7.4 from Michigan Motorz which was run, timed and tested before it was shipped back to me. All I needed to do was drop her in, hook up my batteries and wire harness...
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    Can it be done?...Adding a FULL / COMPLETE closed cooling system on a Volvo I/O

    Re: Can it be done?...Adding a FULL / COMPLETE closed cooling system on a Volvo I/O Well, here she is all tucked away... I'm still waiting for my fiberglass mufflers but other than that, I think I'm ready to go. I took some more pics on my phone but they came out blurry.
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    How to Determine Duo Prop "pitch"...

    I had three set of Duo Props reconditioned and asked the guy to mark them (B2, B3, etc.) because I didn't know which were which. When I got them home I see he marked each one for the actual Pitch and Diameter. Is there a conversion chart of sorts so that I can determine what each set is...
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    Can it be done?...Adding a FULL / COMPLETE closed cooling system on a Volvo I/O

    Re: Can it be done?...Adding a FULL / COMPLETE closed cooling system on a Volvo I/O Here are a couple from when it was shipped. I don't have any of the install shots yet. This ended up being a huge undertaking and a lot more complicated than I expected. I dealt with Michigan Motorz, who were...
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    Can it be done?...Adding a FULL / COMPLETE closed cooling system on a Volvo I/O

    Re: Can it be done?...Adding a FULL / COMPLETE closed cooling system on a Volvo I/O I guess this is what I'm basically looking to do. This is a photo of a Merc BBC but I think I could use the same Closed Cooling kit (MC334 or MC335) and set it up the same way, since we're really just talking...
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    Can it be done?...Adding a FULL / COMPLETE closed cooling system on a Volvo I/O

    I am replacing my '97 Volvo 7.4 GL and would like to add a Full closed cooling system. I know Volvo does not offer this as OEM, but I thought, "hey, why not?". Here are some details that may help solve this: The boat is an '85 Contessa Command bridge The boat is fitted with through hull...
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    SHOCKING Outboard Question...

    I've been lurking and have picked up a bunch of stuff from you guys... thanks. I can't seem to find an answer to these questions though: I have an Evinrude Junior outboard that often shocks me when adjusting the throttle lever. The previous owner thought it was a leak from the spark plug wire...
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    Glue Question...

    I recently used Seamseal and it seems like a good product, but it's real expensive. Does anyone know if there is a comparable product that's cheaper? It seems an awful lot like silicon caulking to me. Any chance I could use that with PVC? And what about using contact cement to re glue a...
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    Repairing a leak on an inflatable

    I've got a '99 Quicksilver 300 with a leak on a seam that about a 2" long. Not a tear, the glue is letting go. Any suggestions on repairing? I've seen the kits but wondered if they are any good. Has anyone tried the Hippo Patch?... Just saw that today. .
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