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    Sherwood G85 rebuild

    The sherwood G85 raw water pump is discontinued, I am purchasing a rebuild kit ( 23977). Where can I find the installation instructions for putting the bearings and seals on the shaft and in the housing? There is no replacement pump for this. My engines an Volvo AQ240A. Any help on this...
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    Tilting Device

    Volvo AQ240A/ 280 outdrive After putting my boat in reverse and looking over the transom I have noticed the outdrive does not lock down, Even though the light goes out on the dash when fully lowered. In fact the outdrive goes up and down without a problem but does not lock when in reverse...
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    Intermediate bearing free spinning

    Volvo AQ240A / 280 Well the haul out has begun. I found water in the u-joint bellows, which I expected due to a broken clamp. The upper gear housing is off and with the u-joint assembly came the broken seal ring. The u-joints show no rust or play, I am having them checked regardless and...
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    280 U-joint parts

    Volvo AQ240A / 280 I need some help. I ordered Sierra 19-2104 Cross Pieces for my u-joints, it came with the locking rings. I noticed that the diagram calls for a protector ring, cork ring and Needle Bearings (8) as well. Do I need to replace these parts as well? I have not replaced these...
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    U-Joint Question

    I have a AQ240 Volvo Penta with a 280 Outdrive. Im getting ready to haul my boat out for a bottom job. Mainly to look if any water is into the u-joint bellows. Im hoping to just do the u-joints and not mess with the bearings. I have two questions. 1) Can you tell if the intemediate bearing...
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    Renting a Boat Trailer?

    I cannot find anyone that rents boat trailers in Northern California. Does anyone know where I could find one? I need to haul out a 25' Carver Santa Cruz, 7,000lbs Thanks, CJS
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    What will happen if I remove this bolt?

    Hello, Attached is a photo of the electrical bracket near the stern drive. There is a blue wire that is attached from the bracket to the spindle arm. I need to replace this for it is damaged. I temporarily have some electrical tape on it. Can I remove this bolt without issue and replace...
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    Fuel Pump Obsolete

    Does anyone know of an after market supplier for a AQ240A/77 Fuel pump. The Volvo Penta part number 835587 is discontinued and the venders that do have it are $220+ Any aftermarket on this one or can another be converted over possibly? The AQ240A is a small block ford 351 Thanks
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    280 Prop Cone Replacement

    Hi, Ive posted this in the Prop section with no responce, maybe you guys have dealt with this before. I have a Volvo 280 Outdrive. The Cone has notches in it where a tab washer holds the cone in place by bending the tabs down against the cone. They are no longer selling this type of cone and...
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    Volvo 280 Cone Replacement

    I have a Volvo 280 Outdrive. The Cone has notches in it where a tab washer holds the cone in place by bending the tabs down against the cone. They are no longer selling this type of cone and are replacing it with cone without the notches. How does this work? Has anyone converted to this new...
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    Slipping Prop Loud Noise

    I was running 3400 RPM on my Volvo 240A / 280. A loud overwhelming raspy, stripping sound occured. I immediately lowered the rpm to idle speed. Besides the fact that it scared the hell out of me I was able to limp home at about 1200 RPM's. The sound of slight grinding and slipping occurs at...
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    Pertronix Ignitor II

    I have tried twice to install electronic ignition. It is not working. Can anyone tell from the serial number below which distributor I may have. Volvo Penta #6Y70205 / 1077 ( AQ240A ) Clip down cap. I believe that I am trying to install the wrong module, the one I have tried is Pertonix...
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    Oil Pressure Reading

    I am running a AQ240A/280 Volvo. My Oil pressure varies between 70 at startup to 40 at idel in gear. It recently dropped to just below 20 after running her for 25 min at 3800 RPM. I have searched these posts and my manual for the correct range of oil pressure to no avail. Does anyone know...
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    Riser Temperature at idle speed

    I was trolling this past weekend and the port side riser reached 212 on the IR gun (idle rpm 700). The rest off the engine was around 160. This is the riser that sees the Raw water last and usually runs hotter. When I speed up out idle it cools down. Obviously more water is running through at...
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    280 Propeller cone with Tab Washer

    I have a propeller washer with 9 tabs on it which lock down the propeller cone on my Volvo 280 Single prop. Its a pain to unlock and lock down in order to change my zinc every three months. Can I switch over to the Allen Screw type Propeller cone and get rid of the tab washer altogether...
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    sae 30 vs 10w30

    What is the difference between 10w 30 and sae 30 engine oil? Im running a AQ240A Volvo (351 Ford) The manual says to change oil using 10w 30 or 40 but all others say to stick with straight 30W Carden
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    The correct prop

    I need to replace my aluminum prop and want to make sure Im getting the correct one. Engine: AQ240A / 280 My current prop at wot is 3300rpm and 22knots on a 1977 Carver 25' Thanks
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    Tool to fit Helmut Nut

    Im getting ready to haul my boat to service the Outdrive (And add anti fouling to it) . Its a 280 Volvo. Does anyone know what special tools are needed. Allen wrenchs metric? How about size for helmut nut? Also does this outdrive have a dipstick, if not how much oil is needed of the 30#...
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    Bottom Paint

    Can anyone tell me how much time is needed to prep and bottom paint a 25 foot fiberglass boat bottom. How many gallons will I need and is it worth doing yourself? How about painting an outdrive as well?
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    Anti Fouling Paint for Outdrive

    The outdrive on my 1977 Carver Santa Cruz is a Volvo Penta 280. Does this outdrive require painting ? (I am having it hauled to paint the bottom soon). The boatyard wants $450.00 and up to do this service and they do not remove it from the boat. So it is masked and sanded then painted. How well...
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