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    How do you tell the difference between a 350 and a 454?

    Story: Step-Dad is looking to replace carbs due to one is Edelbrock (non-marine) and one is Rochester Quadrajet Ser# 17059293 (for a 350). He is not sure whether the engines are 454 or 350.:rolleyes: HE says the serial numbers are 28526 and 27699 (which doesn't look right from the numbers i...
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    where find speed through water sensor?

    I recently had my bottom paint redone, and the careless shop lost the speed detector that was screwed to the back of the boat. It has a black rubber tube that comes out of the back of the transom, then went to the analog "spinner" sensor. This is not the type which also did depth, just speed...
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    When is iboats end of summer clearance sale?

    I want to buy a new bimini top with frame, and i want to wait until they have their big sale. Any idea when it usually is? Ben
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    Carb issues, bogs at high RPM, where to buy refirb/new?

    I have a carb that has some clogging. I am considering buying a refurb. I believe the serial number for the one I need is: 3310-807764A1 It is a 1988 Merc 4.3L (superceded from: 3304-9565A1) I know SEI makes aftermarket parts that are 1/2 the cost of real merc. Is there an aftermarket carb...
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    Trim switch on side mount throttle control

    My I/O only trims in one direction. For laziness, I'll just say, I traced the problem to a faulty (bow up/bow down) switch on the throttle control. The picture shows the bad switch. Where can I get a replacement switch? (I think this is classified as double throw double xxx) I don't eant to...
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    Best Tube for tubing

    Looking for a new tow behind tube. I've seen the triangle shaped ones, and they seem to tow a little through the water. I only need it to fit 1-2 people. Thanks!! Price range is 300
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    Wanted: 15247a1 Ignition module for merc 4.3L

    I am in South Florida (Miami) and need this part.. today if possible. I can drive to pick it up within a few hours.
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    Fearing the worst: Engine doesn't turn over

    :mad: boat sank was pickeled (turned over by hand ok) new alt, starter, coil, dist cap, batteries. from sinking, connections blew off starter, so I had to guess (don't have manual yet) Attached are pics of current wiring. Does it look right? When I turned the key to crank, she briefly...
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    Rear support bracket on starter for 4.3L Mercruiser necessary?

    Replacing a starter for a 4.3L merc, off a 1988 Sea Ray w/A1 Purchased a Mallory starter. The Koreans (or Taiwanese.. can't remember which) in their great wisdom made the starter smaller and lighter :):) They reduced weight also by making a smaller housing for the main motor. In doing this...
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    Correct Merc 4.3L A1 water pump kit?

    Iboats store is confusing on this item :confused: Looking for the correct water pump kit for a A1 off a 1988 Sea Ray 200 Seville w/ 4.3l merc and A1 I/O Prefer Sierra or whatever is cheapest.
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    Safe to start engine with lower (i/o) unit removed?

    Boat sank. Engine was pickled, lower unit is still off boat. I have just about completed engine repairs but i still have to replace all the bellows. I'd like to try and see if the boat will start, but i don't want to install the lower unit, then take it back off to do bellows and gimbal.. Is...
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    Trim/Tilt Assembly for 1988 Sea Ray 4.3

    Boat sank.. I am replacing the trim pump and surrounding components.. I found a good deal on a used entire assembly, for which the seller says is part number 865380A13.. however, i do not know if this fits my boat, or if I replaced the entire assembly, would it matter if it is the same as the...
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    Troll motor setup as Emergency "get home" device

    I am in the market for a Trolling motor to serve as a "get home" device to my 4.3L Merc. I have a 2 battery setup (switch for 1, 2, both, off), which of course in the "both" position, places the batteries in parallel and maintains 12V I see Bass Pro has a guide for choosing the correct...
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    Brainstorming: Bilge Alarm that pages me (probably already exists)

    :D"There's an app for that" This has probably already been done.. but here we go. Car alarm systems make a pager that will buzz you on a key chain sized device if your car is broken in to. The alarm on my house is ADT. It has an internal cell phone to call the ADT system if my house is broken...
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    Fuel Filter on 1988 4.3L Merc 2BBL

    Is the fuel fister inside the smaller nut that is inside the larger nut on the forward portion of the carborator? What is the right fuel filter? I was told there may be a shorter filter in there, and that i should change to the longer filter.. whatever that means. Is there a better inline way...
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    What bellows to buy? Merc A1 I/O

    I have to replace my shift bellows. I can see there is another bellows in there is dry rottting, but not fully cracked. While I have it all apart, what bellows (names) are in there? I want to replace them all and document it.. but i don't know what is practical to do. I see a transom seal kit...
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    800 GPH b pump overcome by tear in throtte bellows?

    Boat sank Progressive Insurance denies claim. They determined the bilge pump was overcome by a leak throught the throttle cable bellows in a Merc A1 I/O. Facts: Battery was hot when boat went down bilge pump was operating (still tests good) Boat has 2 batteries, connected to shore power via 5...
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    Best (soft) carpet for walls of Cuddy?

    HAve a 1988 Sea Ray 200 Cuddy What is the best carpet for the walls? I wan soft and inexpensive/moderate priced? Anyone ever use residential carpet? Thanks!
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    Boat sank in salt water, what electrics do I need to replace

    1988 Sea Ray Seville 20ft Cuddy Cabin. Sank in salt water, submerged 24 hrs. What do I need to replace electrics wise? I know I need: (mechanic says they are done) Alternator (considering this alternator...
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    What is this part called?

    Need to replace a part on my trailer.. I woud like to call it a roller support, but don't know the technical name, or where to buy such a part online. Thanks!
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