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    A1G2 decisions. Rebuild or replace?

    Personally I would replace the bad bearings, check the pre load on the two upper sub assemblies, set the gear depths, reseal it and call it good. If you have to pay someone it might not be worth it monetarily. Currently working on replacing gears and bearings on my 95 A1G2. Including special...
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    A1G2 decisions. Rebuild or replace?

    You aren't going to know if its rebuildable or not unless it's taken apart and inspected. At least take the top cover off and look at the innardsthen drain the oil and see if it shows water ingress. Did the tech open up the drive?
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    Rochester 2 jet running rich before and after rebuild

    They It appears replacements are available. Unfortunately that wasn't the case when I worked on that carb so many years ago. 47?? Please use your own due diligence as the mind is starting to fail me.
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    Rochester 2 jet running rich before and after rebuild

    I had an old Autolite (1969) 4 bbl carburetor that the power valve piston went bad on. At idle the engine had an excessive amount of fuel being introduced. It was a similar style power enrichment system as that Rochester 2G has. IIRC the power valve is held up by manifold vacuum and when the...
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    Rochester 2 jet running rich before and after rebuild

    Is the supplied vacuum necessary to hold off the power valve piston enough, or is the piston letting too much air bypass? i.e. power valve piston or bore worn? The only thing that makes sense is the power valve circuit.
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    Best boat trailer lights

    The connections on all my trailers are soldered, coated with non acidic RTV and encased in shrink tube. The lights on the boat trailers are a combination of Optronics, Wesbar and Grote.
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    Ford 302 spark plugs

    Removed comment as the issue was found.
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    Ford 302 spark plugs

    Motorcraft is a Ford plug. Autolite was until 1969? Autolite is now under the Fram unbrella.
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    Torque Process for upper bearing assy Apha1 Gen 2

    If those numbers are accurate then yes, the dial type is the better option. https://omegatec.com/850222-sturtevant-richmont-flat-beam-m-series-torque-wrench-sae.aspx M series... "Accuracy of all flat beams is +/- 2% of indicated value from 20% to 100% of accuracy, in both directions." Just...
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    Torque Process for upper bearing assy Apha1 Gen 2

    I will agree it's better (ease of reading) but more accurate? I disagree. The dial and accompanying rack and pinion adds additional points where wear 'can' make it less accurate over time. The proof would be in the the amount of calibration required. A beam style shouldn't require adjustment if...
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    Torque Process for upper bearing assy Apha1 Gen 2

    Odd as I've used a beam style to build up plenty of automotive rear axles over the years. I guess all those companies who made them have been scamming us. https://www.ebay.com/itm/125300601972?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649
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    Torque Process for upper bearing assy Apha1 Gen 2

    They make beam style in/lb torque wenches that read 15-0-15 also,
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    If you can't find a trailer scale where you are located....

    Cat scales. Weigh it with the tongue on one pad and the trailers axle(s) on the other. Reconnect the tow vehicle when finished.
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    I Just Bought My First Boat. 1997 Sea Ray 175 3.0LX A1 G2. WHERE TO START PLEASE HELP!!

    I can't see the cutout in my transom to be able to verify what it's construction is. Looks fiberious to me. Some sort of composite possible stranded wood in a resin? Look where the steering arm? pokes through the inside of the boat and you'll see what I mean. Pretty sure your transom is just...
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    I Just Bought My First Boat. 1997 Sea Ray 175 3.0LX A1 G2. WHERE TO START PLEASE HELP!!

    I'm not 100% certain as I can only go by the one review I found that quoted Sea Ray stating no structural wood in it's construction. I'm trying to find the Review. Look at the pictures I indicated. The 175BR used a one piece inner liner attached to the hull. Even if you put buckets of water the...
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    I Just Bought My First Boat. 1997 Sea Ray 175 3.0LX A1 G2. WHERE TO START PLEASE HELP!!

    If your 1997 SR 175BR is anything like mine it has no (Zero) structural wood in its construction. I believe this process started in 1995 on that particular model. The ski locker has a wood door along with the other two? panels on the floor, the back rest for the stern seats, the seat cushion...
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    Pressing bearing off of pinion gear

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    Mercruiser Alpha One Gen 2 Leaking Gear Lube from Intake + Not engaging in gear fully after lower shift cable replaced.

    #20 are the two seals that are pressed into the plastic housing #19. "You are saying seal is number 20"
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    installing new hub in merc. quicksilver stainless 23p

    I've seen plenty of the early style prop with that small washer online. I still believe that is how yours came as well. You can always take it to a prop shop.
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    installing new hub in merc. quicksilver stainless 23p

    It's looking more and more like it was at one time. Did you notice the four rubber areas around the thrust washer? Another variant...
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