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How can I know what type, HP, block my engines are and type of out-drives that I have.
I know that they are 5.0L VP but that is about all. Ford, Chevy? Rated HP, etc etc.:confused:
I have the serial numbers of the engines and out-drives if that helps.
STBD Engine Serial No. 4012031874...
I have purchased a 2001 Monterey 302CR. Twin 5.0L VP's.
Problem:
When cranking, turn on ignition, move crank switch to first stop, get the twin "beeps", Port engine cranks right up and goes to idle at about 600 rpm. :D
Stbd engine when cold, cranks right up, most of the time. IF it has been...
OK, just changed the oil in the out drive a couple of weeks back.
The oil in the reservoir on top of the engine was filled. It is now empty. I have filled it twice and each time with about ten minutes of running, it is empty. I realize that I have a leak but it is not in the bilge nor do I...
Friend just had this problem. The drive shaft from the engine to the out drive just stripped the splines.:mad:
Once he removed the engine and out drive, it would appear that they had not been greased in a LONG time.:eek:
I have tried to see where this fitting is but can not find it. It is...
I have a Furuno 1722C radar on our boat. The GPS, death finder/fish finder all seem to work OK but I can not get a return on the radar screen. Don't really need it on a lake, (it was on the boat when making trips out to San Clemente Island off California) and after all, it is there, so it...
Just purchased a 2001 Monterey 302 Cruiser. I have fixed all the little problems, (hot water High pressure valve leaking, trim switches sticking, shore power plug loose, etc. etc. etc.) and the trim tab indicators are next. The boat has dual Volvo our-drives with Chevy 5.0L engines.
The...
I just purchased a 2001 Monterey 302 Cruiser. There is a problem that I thought I could solve but I have failed.:mad:
The sliding door going down to the cabin is stiff. It opens OK but still somewhat difficult but when you try to close it is more difficult.
I have flushed the track with...