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    Waveraider 1100 starter removal problems

    I was trying to remove the starter to replace it (which of course is an adventure in itself because you cant see it). Anyway after I got the bolts out I wacked it to free it up from where it engages from the engine and it finally fell free, however the front of the starter broke off in the...
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    BEWARE- GLM manifolds

    This is a warning to anyone considering purchasing GLM manifolds and risers. I bought a set several months ago from ebasicpower for my 5.7L Volvo. After a few hours on the manifolds, I noticed one of them leaking. Upon removal of the riser there was a crack in the flange surface causing the...
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    Volvo riser question

    On my 2000 5.7 VP riser there is a hole in the side of the riser with a threaded fitting which has a check valve in it and a hose that goes to the spark arrester. One of the valves is bad which causes exhaust gas and some water to enter the spark arrestor. It appears that the way it is supposed...
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    Strange rpm increase plus backfiring

    I have a 2000 5.7L with a 2 bbl holley, and recently when operating near full throttle, I get a popping sound like its backfiring through the carburetor. At the same time the rpms jump up according to the tach (to around 5200) , but the boat speed is not as fast as it should be. Im assuming...
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    HELP-Volvo penta experts

    I have a 2000, 5.7 duoprop with sporratic overheating problems. I replaced the thermostat - no difference. I suspect the raw water pump is bad but I replaced the impeller and seal last month. As an experiment, I disconnected the hose that goes from the pump to the thermostat housing and started...
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    Strange Volvo overheating problem

    I have a 2000 Duoprop that overheats when you first start off for the day. I know when its going to overheat because when you start on a plane it makes a gurgling sound coming from the outdrive. If you slow down and let it cool off then take off again the gurgling sound goes away and the...
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    Volvo penta water pump

    My 2000 vp (5.7L) waterpump (mounted on front of engine) was dripping from the bottom, so I got the impeller kit and installed it with a new o-ring. When I started it it still dripped and continued to drip after I shut it off. I looked underneath with a mirror and the water is dripping from what...
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    duoprop turns tight

    I have a 2000 volvo duoprop and the props turn tight by hand in neutral. If I loosen the nut one turn (on the aft prop) they turn freely, but it seems that the nut should be tighter than this . Is it normal for the props to be this tight?
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