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    DPH oil change and prop nut size

    Hi Folks Would anyone know where the dipstick/oil fill is on the DPH drive? I can see a large brass nut when I take the plastics off is this it? Also would anyone know what size the nut is on the prop not the one for the special tool I have that but the one holding the second prop on, as I need...
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    Volvo Penta actuator squeak.

    Hi All I have a 2007 Monterey 250 with a Volvo Penta D4 the actuator for the shift has suddenly started to squeak but only when shifting into gear would anyone know if the actuator is serviceable as I suspect something just needs a grease? thanks Rob
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    Speed sensor on DPH drive

    Hi All I have had my new Monterey for a week now and am finding the teething issues! Like the speedo showing 60+knots at three quarter throttle! Would anyone have any ideas on there to start trouble shooting this? its on a Volvo DPH leg. thanks
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    Squeak when going into gear.

    Hi Folks I have Volvo Penta D4 with a DPH Drive when I go to put it into gear I get s squeaking sound does anyone have any idea what this might be? Thanks
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    Doral 250se with MAG350

    Hi All I have finally tracked down a Doral 250se the only catch is that it's got s mag 350 not a diesel. This is important to me as I live in the UK and have high fuel costs. Would anyone know what sort of fuel consumption or revs from the motor I can expect at say 25mph and 8 mph as these...
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    2004 Merc D4.2 220HP

    Hi All My search for a new boat continues!! I have found a Doral 2004 with a Merc D4.2 220hp in the pictures attached. I can't verify the hours and there seems to be a lot of paint flaking off the motor etc. which concerns me. Am I worrying about nothing or are these things important? I P.S...
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    Mercruiser Diesel 4.2L

    Hi All I am looking to see if anyone has experience of a 2004 4.2L diesel I am looking at a boat with one and parts, service intervals etc. are worrying me a bit? I am in the UK where these are not as popular as the Volvo Penta engines and am struggling to get input. Thanks
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    Camper cover Monterey 245

    Hi All Would anyone know what I should be paying for a replacement camper cover/enclosure for a Monterey 245? Thanks
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    2012 3.0 mercruiser with a TKS carb

    Hi Folks I have an issue with the starting and idle when my 3.0 is warm. From cold it's not the greatest but none of my previous ones have been either so I think that's just the way they are, however when she is warm it is hellish to start and need loads of revs it then stumbles and splutters...
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    Positioning of a back up outboard on swim platform

    Hi Folks Just wondering what peoples thoughts are on positioning and max weights for a back up motor on a Bayliner 642 swim platform? Thanks Rob
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    Yamaha f15 runs great then dies and won't restart

    Hi Folks I wonder if someone can help as I am completely stumped? I have a 2006 F15AE at the end of last year it wouldn't idle properly so I took the carb off and it was full of salt, I cleaned it totally and fitted a new carb kit for good measure put the carb back on and it ran pretty well...
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    Fuel sender unit faulty or not on a Bayliner 642 2012

    Hi All ​Wonder if anyone can help! I have a Bayliner 642 2012 if must have been one of the very first boats made as it was bought at the launch (not sure if this matters) anyway my fuel gauge is not working I have checked it with a meter and am getting 35 ohms out of it, my question is...
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    Battery position bayliner 642

    Hi Folks I know this is going to be like asking how long is a bit of string as it varies due to loading however I could do with a couple of other opinions. I have a bayliner 642 and want to twin the batteries I was going to put both on the starboard side but a friend said that by doing this and...
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    Has anyone fitted a windshield wiper to a bayliner 642?

    Hi Guys I am looking at putting a windshield wiper on my Bayliner 642,when I talked to my local dealer they looked at me blankly so guess they haven't been asked before!! Would anyone have any tips or advice on where to start with this? Thanks
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    Linking a Cobra VHF MR F57B E to a Garmin 551s chart plotter

    Hi Folks After loads of problems with a Cobra MR 55F the shop eventually replaced the unit for the most recent model a MR F57B E the only problem is now I can't seem to get the chart plotter to interface with the radio I have checked the internet and can see a couple of options for connection...
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    15hp 4 stroke Yamaha compression

    Hi Folks I recently picked up a four stroke 15hp 2006 Yamaha outboard and it seems to be lacking on power slightly. I have stripped the carb and cleaned etc. and compression tested both cylinders which are giving me 100 psi. Does anyone know if this is an acceptable reading and what they should...
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    Repowering from Gas to diesel

    Hi Folks I live in Scotland and the price of gas over here is getting to the point where my boat is going to be sitting in the garage next year rather than being used so I am considering changing my 3.0l 2007 mecruiser to a diesel. I don't know if this is possible and whats involved has anyone...
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    TKS carb change

    Hi Folks A while back Don helped me identify my useless carb on the 3.0l Merc as a TKS, my problem is this things is a nightmare and I want something I can adjust myself does anyone know if there is a carb I can swap it to? Thanks Rob
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    6hp 2008 Yamaha starts idles and then revs

    Hi Folks Bit on the puzzled side! I serviced the outboard at the end of the season new oil both gear and engine new impeller and plugs and put it away for the winter. I brought it out to test in the tank and it starts like a dream and pumps water like a fire hose but I have had to slightly...
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    9.9hp Merc, Yam or Mariner????

    Hi Folks I am looking for opinions on 9.9HP outboards I went to buy one a couple of years back and got sweet talked into a 6HP yamaha in the shop which someone had dumped on him! Needless to say it just wasn't what I wanted and I have decided to swap it out this year. So heresthe dilema I have...
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