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    what engine

    i have a 96 sunbird 200 corsair cuddy with a volvo penta 5.0,how do i determine if its a volvo, or a ford.there is no model # tag per sa,just a bunch of numbers,and letters ie 502apnca thanks in advance
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    penta 5.0 water pump repair/replacement

    was just wondering the approximate price to repair/replace a water pump in a 5.0 penta.my motor just started overheating today,also is it possible to suck up an excessive amount of algae/seaweed through the intake grill,because there is alot of algae at marina where my boat is docked
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    boat anchoring

    is it recommended to have a chain attached to an anchor vs just having a nylon line attached thanks in advanced
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    trim tabs

    i have a 96' sunbird corsair (20')was going to install nautictus auto trim tabs,but don't have enough height between tab,and transom for actuater to work properly.does anyone know if anyone makes automatic trim tabs with a shorter actuater.already discussed this with customer service at...
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    water in crankcase

    what other way can water get in the crankcase,other than a crack in the water jacket,or a blown head gasket.found answer in don s thread about water in the oil thanks anyway.by the way,i don't have water in the oil,i was just curious about other ways water could get into the crankcase.
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    transducer location on factory installed depth gauge

    i have a 96' sunbird corsair 200 cuddy and the the depth gauge that was installed at the factory isn't working/disconnected,because there was a fishfinder/depth finder installed at a later date.i was hoping to reconnect the factory depth gauge.any input would be greatly appreciated.
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    ignition question

    quick question,is it normal for the fuse holder for the ignition switch to be warm/hot to the touch,thanks in advance
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    stringer composition

    have a 96' sunbird 200 corsair limited,part of the flooring is warped,i was wondering if it would be better to cut out warped section,or just try screwing down the warped section.what composition are the stringers,(fiberglass over foam,or fiberglass over wood)and would the screws hold.thanks for...
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