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    5.0 XL Mercruiser possible carb/fuel pressure issue

    Quadrajet I believe, new tank.Started right up today and ran for a while with no issues. I have never had an issue with this motor so never changed carb filter.May do that next if I can find the filter I bought a number of years ago. If I dont find it I can just clean the current one if dirty...
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    5.0 XL Mercruiser possible carb/fuel pressure issue

    tanks were not dirty
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    5.0 XL Mercruiser possible carb/fuel pressure issue

    Outboard tank vent was open. I assumed closing the vent would slow the flow so tried that too. No start until I held carb open. Bad fuel tanks forced me to use outboard tank for now.Fuel is new, separator is new.Thanks for the reply, Charlie
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    5.0 XL Mercruiser possible carb/fuel pressure issue

    1988 Merc 5.0 XL 4bbl carb. 20+ years and never an issue starting .Had to switch over to an outboard fuel tank this season .Started and ran fine 1st time out. Next day started right up and stalled shortly after.Would not restart. Checked fuel water separator and fuel usually drips out when...
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    Installing one of my alpha one drives and Can't believe I did this.....

    Yes ,I was relieved to see where it wound up....VERY relieved
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    Installing one of my alpha one drives and Can't believe I did this.....

    Update, found that the part dropped into exhaust end of outdrive.I see it trying to slip out under the prop.Will try to yank it out with a pliers. THAT was a Duhhh moment. Charlie
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    Flushing OX66 200hp saltwater series.

    No issues, flush once a week thru flush port hose.seen a lot of videos flushing with rid lime and vinegar.Most remove lower unit and run a pump thru there.why not thru the flush port or why not run in a barrel of water/solution??? Most videos had an overheat issue which I do not. Just curious if...
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    Cannot get outdrive installed to the last 1/2 inch - need your advice!

    I would NEVER recommend bashing an outdrive to get it installed. I have installed my own outdrives for over 30 years and the most force I have ever had to use was hitting it with my shoulder to get it moving. Bashing it might get it in however just as high a chance that you are forcing something...
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    How to run twin 5.0s from portable outboard tanks

    UPDATE. ,launched yesterday with 3 gal outboard tank with 2 prong connector. All fine with both motors running at idle speed.Went up canal to my slip approx 3 blocks inland. Ran fine, flushed motors so total run time 15-20 mins. Appears to have burned approx 1 gallon maybe slightly more. So far...
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    Cannot get outdrive installed to the last 1/2 inch - need your advice!

    gonna have to get under it with a flashlight to see exactly if the shift arm is seated properly into the shift shoe.Once you have confirmed that it is (and both should be well greased) then put the 2 middle mounting nuts on and gently gently tighten them down a little at a time. Use a short...
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    Flushing OX66 200hp saltwater series.

    Moderator, please move to Boat topics
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    Mercruiser Alpha One part

    That is an exhaust flapper.It was in the top of your Y-piope which is right after your riser connection to the Ypipe.
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    Flushing OX66 200hp saltwater series.

    Mods....maybe mov e this to Boating Topics??? Thanks Charlie
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    Hull cleaning

    Thats the dollar store brand that USED to work but not anymore.....it's watered down compared to 4-5 years ago.
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    Hull cleaning

    I have used them all (bowl cleaners) best is Lysol 10X ,3 pack for $5 at Wallyworld. Dollar store ones wont work ,though they used to but just about everything there is watered down including the bleach. This stuff will stain your trailer so tarp it off or be really careful. Charlie
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    Flushing OX66 200hp saltwater series.

    No issues, flush once a week thru flush port hose.seen a lot of videos flushing with rid lime and vinegar.Most remove lower unit and run a pump thru there.why not thru the flush port or why not run in a barrel of water/solution??? Most videos had an overheat issue which I do not. Just curious if...
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    How to run twin 5.0s from portable outboard tanks

    just across the Great South Bay, prob 1/2 hour at idle
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    How to run twin 5.0s from portable outboard tanks

    Slightly above idle speed
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    How to run twin 5.0s from portable outboard tanks

    Got the outboard portable tank hooked up to the fuel valve .Ran each motor at idle at home with no issues so should be good for how Im using the boat this year.Im using a typical dual prong outboard connector but I am not sure it will send enough fuel to run both motors at the same time.I an...
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    What are these on + terminal?

    ok thanks!! I was looking for the exact ones and couldn't find. Thanks again
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