Two questions regarding the VP DP-SM trim setup. I need to replace a sender on the outdrive unit. The PO cut the line where it exits the transom. I suspect he did so because it appears to be a real bear to feed a new line through the transom into the wngine bay and he probably just decided to...
There are two different temperature senders listed for the VP 5.7 GSI. This is the sender for the temperature gauge not the temp sensor/switch for the ECM alarm and is mounted on the intake manifold. Listed are 3852029 and 872068. Anyone know what the difference is. The prices are quite different.
Anyone know if this is a block with 4 bolt mains? Understand it is an 880 casting and they come in two different versions. Alos trying to figure out if these are Vortex heads or not. Anyone?
When is the Volvo Penta Store going to come back on line. Been getting the same msg for months now about " We will be back soon". Next to impossible to find any alternative sites where parts breakdowns including parts numbers are readily available.
Looks like my rough idle and lack of high end power is now traceable to a burnt valve and lack of any compression on my number 7 cylinder. Have been researching replacement heads in case that is the route I need to go. Engine has not been dismantled yet. Been finding some conflicting info on the...
Been having cold start and idling issues with my VP 5.7 GSI (PWTR). The engine will start immediately if I hold the throttle open in neutral and will idle fine as long as I keep the throttle handle pushed forward and the RPMs around 700-900. As soon as the throttle is pulled back the engine rpms...
