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    95 OMC Cobra 3.0 Outdrive Replacement Options

    I have a 95 OMC Cobra 3.0L outdrive that I need to replace. I am looking at used ones on ebay but would like to know what other years (if any) will work with my setup. As always, any help would be greatly appreciated.
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    What outdrive for an OMC 3.0L

    I have a '95 Sunbird Corsair with a 3.0L/175hp engine. It will need a new gimbal housing, upper and lower outdrives. There are a lot of varying specs and descriptions on items for sale on ebay and online. Does anyone know the specific outdrive specs for the model I listed? I know that the gear...
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    '94 OMC 3.0 Upper Removal

    I made a rookie mistake and bought a boat with an engine/outdrive that is no longer made.Outdrive was run without fluid and fried the upper unit. Enough metal filings in the gearcase to melt down for a new car. <br /><br />Local marina quoted $3300 for a new one plus labor. I found a reman on...
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    Steering Alignment

    Last night I noticed that in order to go in a straight line on the water I have to turn my wheel to the right approximately 1/4 turn (9 o'clock in the 12 o'clock position). I am new to boating but not mechanics and guess that there is a cable that needs to be adjusted. <br /><br />If so, is the...
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    Weight and Towing Question

    I just found out the hard way that my '03 Jeep Grand Cherokee is not suitable for towing my 19' Sunbird Corsair. I bought my boat used and it didn't come with a manual so I don't know how much the thing ways. Anyone have any idea how much the boat and trailer might weigh.... approximately? <br...
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    '95 Sunbird Corsair 180 Questions

    Just bought first boat. '95 Sunbird Corsair 180 w/OMC I/O. Would like help on the following questions:<br /><br />Is Sunbird still making boats (couldn't find on Google)?<br />Where can I get an owners manual (didn't come with one)?<br />Where can I get an OMC repair manual?<br />Can I still get...
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    '95 Sunbird Corsair 180 Questions

    Just bought first boat. '95 Sunbird Corsair 180 w/OMC I/O. Would like help on the following questions:<br /><br />Is Sunbird still making boats (couldn't find on Google)?<br />Where can I get an owners manual (didn't come with one)?<br />Where can I get an OMC repair manual?<br />Can I still get...
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