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    Oh the ordeal continues... Mounting kit oil res o-ring

    Well as some know, I have been replacing one of my engines.... Long block all dressed up waiting to go in..... Happy about that.. (y)(y) U-joints on the starboard engine (Bravo 2) drive were toast so changed them. Also, the person that install the gimbal bearing did not line up the hole so when...
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    Difference between 4.3 engine 090 block and 090M block

    Bought a remanufactured 4.3 long block. Was supposed to be in stock BUT after calling today they inform me that they have to build it and said Friday shipping or Monday.... Well I'm not holding my breath on that one........ So now I am going to plan B JUST in case the shipping is delayed...
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    2000 4.3 Vortec Lower end gasket set?

    Just bought a new 4.3 long block and need to get a pan gasket, timing over gasket, water pump gasket, etc..... Wondering if anyone knew of a lower, basically a short block gasket set? Thanks for the help.... Those familiar with these engine...... Are the pan gaskets the same for the truck...
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    Water on piston (Hydrolock)

    I am usually the one helping but my issue has me finally ask other mechanics their opinion so I can get a fresh point of view... 2000 Maxum 4.3 VORTEC Bravo 2 (Fresh water boat) Issue... Water in cylinder 1, 3 and 4.... NOTHING IN OIL... Issue originated 3 years ago after purchasing the boat...
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    1994 Kawasaki ssxi 750 re-ring question

    Hello everyone: I have a 750 engine that I am re-ringing. and it is my first 2 stroke I have pulled apart. I want to buy the rings but I must first find out what size they are. Is there a simple way I can check to see whether they are over or do I have to check the bore of the cylinder? Are...
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    dies after 5 minutes but will idle

    Hello all: I am working on a 1986 Johnson 90 HP outboard for a friend and it has an issue of running strong for 5 minutes and then dying. It will still idle and putz along though. (This is what I am told and have not been in the boat while on the water) It is hard to check out in my driveway...
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    90 hp Johnson service valve kit

    I am working on a friends 1986 Johnson 90 HP outboard. Not that fluent in the Johnson inboards but did get the engine running fine with simple tune up parts. The issue I have is with the Service Valve kit. The face plate is cracked and leaks when the red handle is moved to the left. My...
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    Bought a 290A drive and this part was sent

    Anyone know what this item is for? I bought a 290A drive and the guy was great and sent everything he had laying around. I just cannot find this on a exploded view of the drive but am told it is for steering. It says Rack System.... Manufactured by Teleflex... on the back Anyone know the name...
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    Volvo part number for water port seal

    I am installing a DP C lower to a 280 intermediate and need to know the part number for the seal / o-ring that fits into the water supply orifice of the lower unit when mating it to the intermediate. I have the two oil seal O-ring part numbers but am in need of the seal for the water port...
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    Volvo C1 DP U-joint Cross Reference

    Hello: Would anyone know a brand cross reference # for my Volvo C1 Dp drives U-joints? The volvo part number is 3860232 Thanks
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    Not starting, am I missing something?

    Well I went to start the big boat up tonight with the 350 GL Volvo. Not thinking I pumped the gas 3 or 4 times as it is a habit with my 3.0. Try starting the thing and will not start up. First thing I think is I flooded it. First made sure kill switch not engaged I let it sit for a bit and...
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    Volvo C1 DP Hollow screw

    Can anyone tell me what purpose the "hollow screw" (#8 in the exploded view below) serves? Also, what would you use the #5 plug port for? 8 ? Hollow screw 814643
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    Volvo C1.. Where are the zircs for primary

    I have the 350 GL with the C1 Dp outdrive. Winterizing and try to find the zirc fittings so I can grease the primary bearing. All I can find around the bell housing area is the zirc for the steering arm. Any help locating it? I cannot imagine there not being one Thanks Bill
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    Alpha 1 gen 2 speedometer tube fitting

    Does any one have the merc number or Sierra # for the speedometer pickup tube fitting which connects to tubing to the Alpha 1 Gen 2 drive? I pulled the drive for winterizing today, and yes, I forgot to disconnect, and broke the two plastic holding clips. I have went through everything and...
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    Any one recognize this gasket???

    Anybody recognize this gasket? This is what showed up for my 5.7 GL exhaust manifold gasket today. The number matches but they packaged the wrong gasket in the sleave. Bill http://profile.imageshack.us/user/billbayliner/images/detail/#114/p1010014cr8.jpg
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    Sealant coating or no Sealant

    Just did a search in the forum on torque spec for my 1995 Volvo 5.7 GL KMDA riser and exhaust manifold bolts and came across many different opinions (some opinions almost 5 years old) on whether to use a sealent on the gaskets. Some say do not use any while others say to use a sealent with it I...
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    Volvo / Sherwood impeller kit... HELP

    Hello all: I have a sheerwood sea water pump I want to replace the impeller and gaskets in but am having a hell of a time finding the kit for the specific pump. I can find impeller but not kit. I have went to volvo site with no luck. I keep getting kits that the gaskets are not even close to...
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    Volvo "Transom Assembly" info

    Hello all: I was wondering if someone would know what the info below represents. I found the Transom Assembly sticker on the engine and for the "Drive Unit" it states DP-C1 1 95 (I am assuming the 1 95 represents 1:95 gear ratio) 3102158977 (Serial Number??????) 3868002...
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    Volvo Duo prop Vibes

    Have a 1995 Volvo 350 GL with a volvo Duo prop outdrive. It is pushing a 25 foot cruiser. At the moment it has B3 props on it with no apparent damage. I had a set of B4's but it was overproped and would not reach WOT but still had same issue of vibration in certain RPM range. I am getting...
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    Resealed alpha as much as I can

    Hello all: Well I have finished resealing my 1996 Alpha 1 gen 2 drive. Not fully as did not have the tools required to do complete job. Also changed the impeller and plate. pressure Tested 15 psi.... Passed Vaccuum Tested 6 inches water column .... Passed My only concern is the water pump face...
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