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    Weak spark

    I had a problem on my boat that turned out to be the pickup coil in the distributor Part number 3854001 it had corroded though the varnish on the copper wires, easy to test but a pain to replace as it needs the Distributor removing to replace it.
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    4.3L GL-G Fuel Pump not getting power

    Number 23 and google to find out how to test.
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    Raw Water Pump Priming

    Could be several things, I experianced something similar, I pressure tested after removing the outdrive and all held without leaking. I put clear hoses T'stat to Exhaust manifold and could only get flow at 2000 RPM plus. Turned out to be the bronze pickup tube between the upper and lower...
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    Can’t find dropped pin

    Use your phone camera to take pictures where you cannot see or get your head into places.
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    U-joint seized into gimbal bearing

    Remove the pivot housing and then see if you can get a length of chain secured to the remains of the UJ. then a slide hammer or wrap the chain around the head of a sledge hammer and use that as something to jerk it out of the Gimbal bearing or even bring the Gimbal bearing out with it. If you...
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    Volvo Penta 5.7 GI No start

    Check this out.
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    Penta 5.0 GXI-E sputters at full throttle

    This is the inside of my Distributor Cap after winter storage each year, make sure you clean it despite it being new last season.
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    Any Help Would Be Appreciated Volvo Penta DP outdrive

    Be prepared to use force.
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    Volvo Penta 3.0 Sx | Outdrive nut size?

    So what you are suggesting is that you put put a 12mm nut on a 7/16 UNF stud, because it is cheaper.!!!!
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    Trouble replacing thermostat

    The Thermostat No. 8 is held in by "O" ring No. 9 just dig/pry the "O" ring out, then there is usually rust that needs a bit of cleaning to get the T'sta out.
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    Melting Fuel Pump Relays Volvo Penta 5.0 GXi

    Check they are for the correct amperage for the pumps.
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    Volvo Penta 3.0 Sx | Outdrive nut size?

    No, that will not work. Studs ie, the ones the nuts go on, are not metric.
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    Volvo Penta 3.0 Sx | Outdrive nut size?

    The studs are 20 TPI (threads per Inch) not Metric. and the nuts require a 5/8"AF Spanner.
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    Volvo Penta 5.0 GI PEFS engine intermittently not starting (but still cranking)

    Thanks for the update.
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    Wrench size.

    9/16 and a 6" extension. (on my boat)
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    Volvo Penta 5.7L PEFS (boat year 2001 - engine year 2000) – Audible Alarm with New Oil Pressure Sending Unit

    Sounds like the wrong sensor, I cannot find a 5,7L PEFS anywhere, might be a good idea to check your model.
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    Impeller housing

    Mine has not leaked in the 20 years it has been working. There is an "O" ring in there.
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    Volvo Penta 4.3GL Water Pump Removal

    I agree, could be the circulating pump. Slacken off the "V" belt and grab hold of the pump pully and see if there is any play, if so replace it, takes about an hour or so.
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    Backfire - intermitting performance

    Search for fuel pumps on here and you will find loads of posts about paint chips blocking screens and what to do about it.
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    2000 Volvo penta gsipefs 5.7 TBI timing tool shunt

    The ECU sets the timing on TBI. Timing shunt is not needed. Check the manual.
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