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    Volvo Penta 4.3GL spark plug

    Can anyone tell me the size and gapping of the spark plugs for a Volgo Penta 4.3GL?
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    volvo penta 4.3GL starting problem?

    Trying to locate a problem. My motor seemed to start fine when first put in the water. For a few minutes anyhow. While warming up it would die and be very difficult to start. Once started and underway everything runs normally (oil pressure and RPM). I stopped suddenly and the motor stalled...
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    Squeel in the steering

    I have a Volvo Penta 4.3GLPBYC with SX Cobra outdrive. Just replaced the belts (all three). Replaced the Stern Drive Gear Oil (pumped in from the lower unit Drain/Fill hole. And added a bit of steering fluid to the Pump. It was just a bit low (marked on the low level). Now when I give the...
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    4.3GLPBYC High RPM @ Idle and WOT

    Took my boat out again today and noticed the RPM were running high after the first run. Seemed fine on first run today. Idle was about 700 RPM and WOT was at about 4500 RPM. We stopped and anchored after running about 20 minutes. The remainder of the day, the Idle was about 900 RPM and WOT...
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    4.3GLPBYC Wont Fire

    Okay, so this boat was working and the fuel pump went out. Had a clogged fuel line as well. Finally, the fuel pump is changed out and new fuel line installed. I went ahead and changed out the fuel pump relay and the automatic fuse while I was at it. I bought them to ensure I wouldnt have to...
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    Squeeling when throttle up?

    Just got my first boat with a Volvo Penta Motor. The Motor is the 4.3GLPBYC. It has the SX Cobra outdrive (SXM179). Starts right up and idles no problem. When I first throttle up it has a loud squeeling sound. Much like when a belt in my car is having issues. The squeeling only last for a...
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