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    Question, trim pump install Volvo penta 290

    Ok, the trim pump on my 290 outdrive is junked, so I am looking for a replacement. I am getting confused. I looked over at this page...
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    Dimentions for motor stringers for Volvo Aq

    I am looking for a diagram that has the dimensions for the stringers or supports for the Volvo aq 151 s4 and the aq 225 v8. Trying to put my 151 in a hole built for a aq 225. Thanks
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    Intermediate bearing penta aq225 parts?

    Took the boat out today, and had a squealing from the rear in reverse, and a growl when in forward. U joints are new this year, so Im looking at replacing the 2 bearing that are in the bell housing. Is there a complete kit available, or do I need to order part by part. Does anybody have a...
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    change tach 4 to 8 cylinder

    Wondering if there is a way to change a tach from a 4 cyl to an 8 cyl.
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    Wanted y exhaust pipe 290 volvo

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    volvo 1987 aq225e one or 2 piece main seal?

    Just wondering if anyone off hand knows.
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    Aq225 oil pan replacement

    I have an aq225, chevy 305 that has an oil pan that is rusted through. I need to replace. Wondering if I can use an automotive pan, mercruiser pan, or do I have to go with the volvo part. Thanks
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    volvo 275 outdrive reverse lock

    I have a volvo 275 outdrive that wont go into reverse. I narrowed the problem down to the reverse lock that goes through the outdrive and presses on the locking mechinism. for sum reason it doesn't want to push in very easy. I checked the lock and the thing the rod pushes on and it move, but...
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    Volvo 302 aq 190a Buy or not

    Looking at a boat with the aq190a motor, its a 302 ford block. I have heard bad things about the 3.7 ford, and was wondering if this is a good motor to have. The price is pretty low and comes with the outdrive. Thanks
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    rebuild trim pump volvo penta

    Is there a rebuild kit for the trim pump on a 1988 volvo penta 290 outdrive. Mine is loosing trim while in motion. Sure the valve need replacing, All I can find is a new pump. Wondering if I can just rebuild this one. thanks
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    volvo aq151 to older 350

    Question, I have a 1988 penta with a 290 outdrive. Found a 1977 350 volvo with a 270 outdrive. Will this bell housing bolt up to my current 290 outdrive. (I know the gears need to be changed) Just wondering about the bell housing connecting to the gimble. thanks
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    Prop aq151 volvo 19.5 cuddy

    Currently I have a 15 in 19 pitch aluminum prop. Boat runs at 5100 rpm at a top speed of 35mpg, by gps. Manual states optimum is 5200 to 5500 rpm Fom what I can tell it is a standard prop with little to no cupping I am looking at getting a ss prop. The only one available for my 290 outdrive...
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    Cavitation , what am I doing wrong

    19ft cuddy, 150 hp volvo, 290 outdrive, Propeller is a short hub 14 inch x 19 pitch propeller. Boat is running 5100 rpms with this prop. The prop that was on the boat, was the same as the one listed above. It had some serious Cavitation damage at the base of the blades on the hub. Looks like...
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    Torq Thru II hub, 17 spline

    Looking around the internet, I havent been able to find a torq thru hub II for my 290 volvo outdrive. It has the old 17 spline. I am guessing that they don't make this one. Can anyone confirm this. thanks
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    Penta aq151 eratic at wot

    Ok, aq151 with weber single carb upgrade. Petronics ignitor, new cap rotor and wires and plugs. Ive got it timed right on 6 btdc as the manual says. Runs great up to about 5000 rpm. at that point the tach gets erratic and fluctuates between 5000 and 6000 rpms and the motor feels a little...
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    Timing volvo 6 dbtc

    Ok, Im trying to set the timing on my volvo aq151b. I replaced the points with an ignitor electronic ignition. book says 6 btdc, but wont run at this setting. Book also says to use 93 octane fuel. But I am using 87. Timing it by ear, I can get it to run pretty good at 11 to 12 degrees...
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    Aq 151 water leak

    Water is leaking all over the place after the water pump. Where it exits the heat exchanger, and around the oil cooler. Do I need to replace the seals, or can I just take a part and clean up and put back. Thanks
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    290 and 280 Gearbox

    Are the 290 and 280 the same gearbox? I saw one for sale, I have a 290, both have the 2 bolt helmet connection? Thanks
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    Thru Hull raw water pickup vs outdrive volvo

    Ive been reading about installing a clamshell type raw water pickup for my volvo 151. I was wondering if anyone has done this and what they think of the benifits vs the cost. Any input would be great, where to buy, where you installed it, how well it worked. Thanks
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    Oil for 88 penta i/o

    I don't have a manual, *need to get one* Just got boat and wondering what oil is recommended for the Engine and Sterndrive. The Engine is a aq151b and sterndrive is a 290(white one) Ive been reading that the sterndrives use motor oil instead of gear lube like the mercruisers. Just want to...
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