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I have a sierra u joint part # 18-2104 that is an aftermarket part for a volvo # 897707-6 or 853255-8. I know I can order another sierra part for about 40 dollars but I was hoping to find one at my local parts store and get the boat back together today. Wouldn't hurt any to save some money...
Pulled off my exhaust manifolds as I had a problem overheating. While the manifolds were off figured I'd check compressions. Checked the compression on my 1986 volvo 225 and all readings were between 45 and 55 psi. does the engine need to be warm to get accurate readings. Engine has been running...
I just pulled my exaust manifolds as the engine was overheating. I used a temp gun in different locations on top of the engine and got readings well above 200. My gauge on the boat showed a normal 160. While I had easy access I ran a compression check with a new compression gauge and got low...
