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    1997 5.7L thunderbolt ignition. Slow crank

    Makes sense. Hopefully you find the cause as you keep tearing it down. Taking it slow and checking things along the way is the best way to go. Keep us updated!
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    Cylinder 1,3 and 5 not firing on df200 v6

    Glad to help! Hope the compression test gives you some clear answers. Looking forward to hearing what you find. 🙂
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    1998 Johnson 115 Fast Strike Vapor Separator Tank (VST) bypass?

    That sounds like a good plan. The locking needle valve should give you some flexibility to fine tune the flow instead of being limited to a fixed orifice. Just make small adjustments and see how the carbs respond. Hopefully this setup gets everything running smoothly. Fingers crossed! 👍🙂
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    1998 Johnson 115 Fast Strike Vapor Separator Tank (VST) bypass?

    Your idea may work, but I’d double-check the VST hose functions before plugging anything. The VST usually helps keep fuel delivery consistent, so making sure the pressure and venting are right is important. If you can share the model/year or a picture of the VST, someone may be able to help...
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    1997 5.7L thunderbolt ignition. Slow crank

    If you can’t turn the engine by hand, I’d also be leaning toward something mechanical. The voltage drop could just be the starter pulling hard against a locked engine. Since the cables worked fine the day before, I’d check the simple things first (starter, connections, possible hydraulic lock)...
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    Cylinder 1,3 and 5 not firing on df200 v6

    The compression test should be done first and compared across all six cylinders. If compression is even, focus on spark quality and timing since an inline tester only confirms voltage is reaching the plug, not that the spark is strong enough under compression. Next checks: Swap...
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    1997 5.7L thunderbolt ignition. Slow crank

    A bad ground connection sounds like a strong possibility, especially since the cable was previously damaged. The batteries should have a solid negative connection to the engine block, not just to each other. I’d check and clean the battery terminals, engine ground connection, and starter...
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    Switching trailers in my garage with DIY lift

    Be careful lifting the whole boat by the corners. Even at 600 to 700 lbs, the hull can flex or get damaged if the load is not spread properly. Using wide lifting straps with a spreader bar would likely be safer than chains or ropes pulling inward on the hull. Support the weight close to where...
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    SIBS - Outboard Pairing

    Great write-up! It’s interesting how much you can learn just by spending time on the water and trying different setups. I think you make a good point that more horsepower does not always mean a better experience, especially with smaller SIBs. A 15 hp engine might look ideal on paper, but real...
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    New to boating safety, looking forward to learning from everyone!

    Hello everyone, I’m new here and wanted to introduce myself to the community. I joined this forum because I’m interested in learning more about boating safety, proper maintenance, and the best practices that help keep everyone safe on the water. I’m looking forward to reading through the...
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    Fuel pump cutting out, 4.3 merc

    It sounds more like a fuel delivery issue than an oil pressure problem. Since jumping the fuel pump refills the float bowl and the engine runs normally afterward, I would check the fuel pump circuit first. A few things to look at: the oil pressure switch that powers the fuel pump, the fuel pump...
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