Hi, was wondering what the signs are when your low or high pressure fuel pumps are going out. The obvious is the engine won't run, but from other's experience what are some of the initial signs? And how many hours/years do you get out of these little pumps? - Thanks!
Re: am i reving too high.....1997 GS185 Glastron with 4.3 volvo
I have a 1999 4.3GI, idles at 800, WOT is around 4700. I use Royal Purple Marine Oil. It's 100% synthetic. I think you are good to go. My boat weighs 3500, and 17ft long. Just checked, WOT should be 4800 for your...
Hi, I wanted to buy a Codemate tool so I can set the base timing and get diagnostic information from my 4.3GI. The tool supports MEFI-1 thru MEFI-4 marine EFI systems. I can't find the version in any of my repair manuals.
Dumb move, wasn't paying attention backing into the driveway. Hit the prop cone (not prop), drive all the way up, on the metal garage door, enough to dent the door. Wasn't going fast. Back prop seems to spin true, no visual bent shaft wobble. What is the real way to know if I've done any damage?
Hi, I'm repowering (from OMC) to VP. I don't have access to an engine foundation alignment tool so I'm trying to be methodical about it. I plan on mounting the bellhousing into the transom shield at the specified torques and an align it, then using a straightedge, measure back from the edge of...
Hi, I'm want to convert from raw cooling to FWC. Confused about which San Juan kit, V112 says - 1994-2007, GL Cools Block Only. Adds 3? the Front of the Engine. Specify if 2004 & UP. Fits V-Belts Only. Carb/EFI Applications. V111 says - 1997-2007, ?Off Engine Mount? Due to Fuel Pump & Alternator...
Hi, I have an oil leak where the front oil pan meets the timing chain cover. I have the engine on a stand and want to pull the oil pan and replace the gasket. I notice that there are two bolts that come down on both sides of the rear main oil seal that have nuts on them attached to the oil pan...
Hi, I've read a few posts about this topic on the forum. Here is my question, I am all set to cut the hole and will not have a second shot at it. The transom template has two numbers (X) in the 10 degree column, one for a standard install, and one below it for anti-cavitation plate level with...
Hi, I'm trying to figure the east expensive way to ship a 99 VP 4.3GI with all components attached (exhaust+ risers, bellhousing, water pump, power steering pump, etc...). It's on a pallet in Vermont waiting to be shipped to me in California, my responsibility to deal with the shipping. My...
I have a 94 V8 5.7L VP engine available to me and was wondering if the accessory parts (water pump, power steering pump, power steering cooler, alternator, engine wiring harness) can be used on a 94 4.3L VP block? Are the bolt patterns the same for say the alternator, power steering pump, water...
Hi - I have a V6 4.3L (225hp) mounted to a 290 SP (1.61:1) that works great. I have the swapportunity to go to a 290 Duo-prop that is a 1.95:1 is this the correct ratio I should be considering the 2.30:1 ratio? Thanks!
Hi,
One of the issues that just came to light with my repower is that shaft splines are only going into the flywheel dampner about an inch, instead of centering when the bellhousing is bolted on. If you look at the grease mark on the spline, you can see that it only goes in about an inch.
I...
Re: Volvo 290 AQ / SP compatibility?
Thanks Bill,
The picture below is the transom plate I have with the square end hydraulics. Will the drive in the picture (SP) fit, even though it will connect at the suspention fork? I would rather buy the complete drive if it will fit, rather than just...
Hi,
I have a AQ 290 with the wrong lower end ratio (2.15:1) for my V6 (4.3). Pictured below, I found a SP 290 complete unit (1.61:1 lower) and just lower unit for sale. I noticed that the SP looks like a short hub.
Assuming I stick with the old transom plate, can I just swap the complete unit...
