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    Volvo DP-E trim/tilt system; What fluid?

    I'm installing a pair of DP-Es on my boat and am in the midst of intalling the trim/tilt pumps, etc, which are used units. I have rebuilt the trim rams and evacuated the old fluid from the pump. What fluid is recommended for the system?
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    Custon gauge panel wiring.

    I'm wiring up a custom ignition panel and separate gauge panel from two AD31 stock panels. I need to extend the wiring for the gauges, since the ignition is located a couple of feet from the gauges. I would like to keep the wiring color coded the same as stock, since it would be easier to...
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    Looking for an installation manual or measurements for AD31P-A.

    I am replacing the old twin AQ225D/280 engine/drive combination in my boat with AD31P-A/DP-Es. I need to reset the engine beds and wondered if someone knew where I could find the measurements necessary? Any help would be greatly appreciated.
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    Volvo Penta DP-E trim sensor question.

    I'm replacing the trim sensor in a DP-E drive and wondered if someone could tell me where the o ring should be installed? The old one had the o ring rolled up against the top plate of the sensor, but I noticed there is a groove in the sensor that looks like it was made for an o ring. The o...
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    Volvo DP-E outdrive seal kits.

    A couple of questions: I know there are two seal kits listed for this drive, 876266 and 876267. When I search the 876266 part number, some descriptions say "complete kit" and others say upper gear seal kit. Does anyone know if I need both kits to service the drive or just the one? I'm...
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    Volvo DP-E steering helmet hinge play.

    While replacing the O rings, etc., in my DP-E transom shield, I noticed there is some play in the steering fork/helmet hinge. It's only on one side, the other side is tight. I have twins, so I checked the other and it's the same. Is this something I should be concerned about? If necessary, I...
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    DP-E upper gear set source.

    I'm looking for a source for a 2.32:1 upper gear set for a DP-E drive at a reasonable price. The part number is 3857266 (old) or 3843891 (new). Used (in good shape), rebuilt or new. I've been ordering my parts through this website, but this part is not available. Any help locating this part...
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    Volvo digital trim gauge.

    Does anyone know if a digital trim gauge from an SX drive will work on a DP drive? The part number of the SX gauge is 3858773. The original part is 872498. The two gauges look identical.
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    DP-E transom shield rebuild questions.

    I'm rebuilding a pair of DP-E transom shields and need some advice. I am having a problem removing the steering fork seal, the one that seals the shaft at the opening. Here's the schematic (#16 in schematic, part number 977313)...
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    Corrosion on transom shield.

    I am rebuilding one of my transom shields and found some corrosion on the inside at the base of the shield. There is also some pitting on the housing, where the raw water intake exits the shield. All corrosion is on the inside of the shield. What is the best way to neutralize and fill/protect...
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    Prop selection for twin AD31P-A and DP-E drives.

    I'm looking for duoprop recommendations for a twins setup with AD31P-A, 150hp each, and DP-E drives, 2.32:1 gear ratio. The boat is a 28' Skipjack Flybridge. 7000lbs dry weight (added half tower), 164 gallons fuel, 40 gallons water. I'm guessing, fully loaded, she's around 10,000lbs. Here's...
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    DP-E X measurement question.

    I am repowering my twin engine boat with AD31P-A engines and DP-E outdrives. Originally, the boat had twin AQ225Ds and 280 single prop outdrives. My question: Will the X measurement be the same for both drives? I have a template for the DP-E, but I don't know the measurement for the 280...
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    Volvo 31P-A outdrive dilemma.

    I'm repowering my gasoline powered boat with a pair of 31Ps (four cylinder diesels). The original drives are Volvo 280s, which I intend in changing to DP drives. I have one DP-E drive with 2.32:1 gear ratio, but I have been unable to find a second drive to match. Yes, I can probably buy a new...
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    Volvo 280 to Volvo DP-E drive.

    I'm repowering my boat with twin AD31P-As and DP-E outdrives. I know the cutout for the 280s is different than the DP-Es. Is there a transom adapter or some kind of kit that aids in the conversion? Also, I need one more drive package. It's a 2.32:1 gear ratio. Anyone know where I can find a...
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