What would it take to replace a 1999 4.3 Mercruiser with a 5.0 (1996) OMC/Volvo. This is a Ford 302 block. I dont want to mees with the outdrive. Thanks
I have a 1990 Yamaha 70 with a bad trim motor. After reading many posts on the trials of changing out these motors, I thought I would try this solution if possible. I have a transom bracket and tilt assembly from a Suzuki DT115. I would like to just switch assemblies by pulling out the tilt tube...
I reinstalled the outdrive and am having shift problems. Its a 1988 Alpha One mated to a 5.7L engine.After installing the drive, it will not shift. I have the brass shift lever facing forward and in forward rear. The shift cable and roller seem to be operating properly .After examing the...
Wondering if Yamaha dual controls will switchout with my old (1988) Mercruiser controls. I like the Yamaha style and I can get a set for next to nothing.
After toasting the upper gears in my 1988 Alpha drive last year, I am contemplating replacing the complete drive with either a new SEI drive for $1200 or a used one for $500. Any info on SEI. Ive read the archived posts that were mostly positive. Also, any problem with replacing the Alpha with a...
I heard a clunk while bringing my boat onto plane and lost all power to the drive. Engine runs fine but without the drive turning, have no cooling water. I can see the shaft turning from the engine to the outdrive and the drive seems to shift properly(tested out of water by turning prop). I...
The temp gauge on my 5.7L raw water cooled 260 mercruiser is reading all the way to the right even though the engine is operating at the proper temp, checked with a heat gun.The gauge moves up slowly as the engine warms and finally pegs. The dealer sez it needs a different sensor. This engine...
Need helP with diagnosing. Engine runs fine at mid to high seeds but wont idle. starts right uP with the choke on and will stay running if I keeP the choke half closed. I susect the low sPeed jet on carb or Possible fuel PumP. Need some exPert advice.
How can I tell if the tell tale is plugged or if I need a new water pump impeller. Only getting a trickle from the telltale but tons of water out the 2 holes in the back. Didnt want to risk running the motor to see if it got hot
Having problems getting my 1985 7.5 running.Will start if I put fuel in the cylinders or spay starting fluid in carb. I know its not getting fuel. How do I check the fuel pump to see if its working properly. I pulled the screw out of the back and cleaned the small filter .
