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  1. Franco_boater

    4.3 V6 leaks wet oil sump

    I will try to clean it as much as possible but its very tough there … No space Regards
  2. Franco_boater

    4.3 V6 leaks wet oil sump

    So the pan was bend in the factory already? What’s the problem at all? If I buy a new one what’s the chance it will be ok ?
  3. Franco_boater

    4.3 V6 leaks wet oil sump

    So timing cover and oil pan to replace..
  4. Franco_boater

    4.3 V6 leaks wet oil sump

    I will clean but I think front seal may be leaking or timing cover... anyway if its not possible to fix it while on the boat its done :/
  5. Franco_boater

    4.3 V6 leaks wet oil sump

    I’m sorry it’s 2005. I don’t think pan is rusted only paint is falling off. This oil maybe is a good rust protection :)
  6. Franco_boater

    4.3 V6 leaks wet oil sump

    Hello friends, I’ve noticed the oil pan is wet in oil, do You know the common places for leaks? I think it might be front seal and from the oil drain hose?? Is it possible to remove that leaks on the boat? I’m don’t have any major leaks I think it’s only wet But I like when things are as it...
  7. Franco_boater

    Engine alignment issue little marks on the side

    ok i will try to raise only port side and check again, 1/4 turn only
  8. Franco_boater

    Engine alignment issue little marks on the side

    Hello I’m trying to align my engine I have more visible marks at the bottom than at the top so I have to raise the engine a little right? Tool slides in easily but a little fires when out. But I’ve noticed that marks at 2-3 o clock are less visible than at the 8-9 o clock I was trying to turn...
  9. Franco_boater

    Swap from 3 Blade prop 19P to 4 blade prop

    now I’m using 3B-19p and I was generally happy even for top speed and hole but just wanted to experience something new… so here we are with wrong prop… Do you think it’s “safe” to use this 4B-19 during this season? Or I can stress gear /engine
  10. Franco_boater

    Swap from 3 Blade prop 19P to 4 blade prop

    Ehhh so I screwed up.. wanted to get on plane faster, I’m towing with family I’m not running at WOT …. It’s 19 footer bow rider
  11. Franco_boater

    Swap from 3 Blade prop 19P to 4 blade prop

    Hello, in Mercruiser section I’ve found discussion about running engine lean when swap from 3blade to 4 blade prop . So here’s my question Now I am using 3 blade 19P black diamond in alpha one gen 2, got 4 blade 19P Nemesis in good price, can I expect better hole shot and handling??
  12. Franco_boater

    Clanking/rattling sound after prop change

    Hello, Can i ask you one question? I was using 3 blade 19P, this year i bought 4 Blade Prop 19P to have better hole shot. both aluminium props I haven’t been boating yet . Alpha one gen 2, do you think It will generate some problems?
  13. Franco_boater

    How to turn V6 engine by hand

    To check alignment, to spray fog tinto the spark plugs then turn the engine or turn the engine after the winter ,
  14. Franco_boater

    How to turn V6 engine by hand

    And with plugs on? hows the best way?
  15. Franco_boater

    How to turn V6 engine by hand

    Engine is on the boat with drive removed
  16. Franco_boater

    How to turn V6 engine by hand

    Hello I have 4.3 V6, can anyone tell me how to turn the engine by hand? I read using 27mm socket is dangerous, but why? In any car its ok to turn the crank by hand. Looking forward for advice Best regards
  17. Franco_boater

    Exhaust bellows

    So whats the trick to install all the bellows? Installation tools?? Im reading all the informations and there is a big PAIN in the ... to change it.. Probably I will need to do this next year and I am gathering all the informations but... Its so difficult?
  18. Franco_boater

    Elbow and exhaust manifold inspection what do you think?

    Ive got it Thanks Chris m But question regarding torque exhaust Manifold to heads. Page 7B-2 says 34Nm but Page 7B-9 says 43Nm …(??) manual #37 Thanks
  19. Franco_boater

    Elbow and exhaust manifold inspection what do you think?

    Im simple man 😬
  20. Franco_boater

    Gimbal ring screws retorque

    Hello, I want to ask You question about retorque gimball screws, Should I loosen the screw and nut and after that reqtorque again? Ive tried 50ftlbs then 55ftlbs and the wrench clicked but still ive got some play on the ring. So maybe the torque value is cheated because of all the crud on the...
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