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  1. 1979 Quartermasters

    Edelbrock 1409

    I finally got my carb. I have a couple questions. 1. In the Edelbrock installation manual, they say not to run off coil or alternator. Is this a big deal? Also, there is a purple and black wire poking out of a harness right at the carb. I think it comes from the coil, as best I can tell...
  2. 1979 Quartermasters

    dirty High 5 SS prop

    Hey Guys, I left my boat in the water most of last summer and was able to get most everything clean, except for the prop. Tried toilet bowl cleaner and oxalic acid to no avail. Hope I didn't etch it. I like it to sparkle. Any ideas to get that off. Very thin layer, but hard as a rock.
  3. 1979 Quartermasters

    Edelbrock 1409

    Hey Guys, haven't been here for a while. I just purchased this carb for my boat. It currently has the original carb on it, with a vacuum activated choke and the new one has electric. Not sure how to wire this. I don't have the carb yet, but I'm sure it will be in the instructions. Input would...
  4. 1979 Quartermasters

    Cant log in?

    Good morning. I'm not able to log in on my lg g3. I log in and it goes back to log in screne. My password is good as I am able to log in on my lap top. Tried rebooting phone, but that didn't help. Any ideas? Ken
  5. 1979 Quartermasters

    5.7 engine build

    Good day people: Finally got around to dismantling a 1998 5.7 GMC Vortec engine I acquired last summer. I swapped it out for another for a friend of mine and he let me keep the old one. I thought it might be a head gasket, but they didn't show any obvious damage. So I'm thinking its a cracked...
  6. 1979 Quartermasters

    Will it freeze?

    Good morning. Have a quick question for you guys. I realize you people can't predict the future, but I'm open to "educated guesses". I will be launching my SeaRay today and am planning on leaving it in the water all weekend. The forecast overnight lows are 4*c, 6*c and 1*c. Is this playing with...
  7. 1979 Quartermasters

    swap 1995 5.7 for 1998 5.7

    I have acquired a 98 5.7, from a 98 GMC Sierra Z71, with a blown head gasket and an antifreeze milkshake currently in it. I am considering changing head gasket, all electricals, intake, core plugs,etc for my 95 5.7 currently in my 95 Sea Ray. There is nothing wrong with current engine and it is...
  8. 1979 Quartermasters

    Gelcoat repair

    Hey Guys, Haven't been around in a while as my boat has been behaving. All winterized and put away for the long winter and needing nothing. I guess I shouldn't be saying that so loud. On another matter, my friend has rubbed through the gelcoat on his Bayliner and I volunteered to repair it for...
  9. 1979 Quartermasters

    Trying to identify 5.7 block

    Re: Trying to identify 5.7 block Thanks guys for your response. For now, I'm going to reseal the intake and take care of those small leaks. Then I'm going to run it like it is for the last couple of outings (till the wife doesn't want to get in the water any more). Then I will pull the motor...
  10. 1979 Quartermasters

    Trying to identify 5.7 block

    So far, in another thread, this is where we are. And the winner is 14093638...350...87-95...2 or 4...Roller or flat tappet cam, one-piece rear seal. This is a little confusing because this engine has a composite timing cover which wasn't used till 96. DonS suggested we try the serial number...
  11. 1979 Quartermasters

    timing cover questions

    Re: timing cover questions Hi guys; Well, I did the dye test and it is leaking at the timing cover. It seems to me the O-ring/gasket does not match match the casting on the block. I can see the O-ring outside the cover around a bolt and it is leaking there. What I'm wondering, is this the...
  12. 1979 Quartermasters

    Positive crankcase pressure?

    Well, I thought I had the " oily bilge" problem licked. Still has a leak at the distributor. Our work mechanic said there shouldn't be oil that high unless there is positive pressure. The tubes coming from the valve covers going to the carb appear to be open. I re-sealed the engine as...
  13. 1979 Quartermasters

    timing cover questions

    Re: timing cover questions Thanks for all the replies. I took a picture of the area I believe to be #3. I hope this helps. Thanks.... Ken
  14. 1979 Quartermasters

    timing cover questions

    Good morning I ordered a new timing cover for my 5.7 from a Merc dealer because its a plastic one time use. When it arrived, it was a metal one and the parts guy could not find the plastic one for my serial number. So I went to the GM dealer and he used the number from the inside of the cover...
  15. 1979 Quartermasters

    compression numbers?

    Wondering what the compression numbers should be for 1991 Yamaha 225. Anything else to look for on this motor. Thanks Ken
  16. 1979 Quartermasters

    Oil Leak?

    Good morning people: I have been chasing this oil leak for some time. I pulled the engine this winter and changed the oil pan gasket, speedi-sleeve and seal in the timing cover and valve cover gaskets. The timing cover looks minty. When I had the engine out I checked the rear main seal, and...
  17. 1979 Quartermasters

    Perfect Pass Stargazer Wake Edition

    I'm considering purchasing this system for the boat in my signature. Does anyone have experience or opinions? Thanks..... Ken
  18. 1979 Quartermasters

    Corsa side pipes in the water?

    I installed the side exit pipe, I think, a little low. Was wondering if this is a problem. There is lots of rise from the exit to the elbow. At idle they're two inches above the water and when accelerate they go under water. When the boat gets on plane they come back out. First time, I thought...
  19. 1979 Quartermasters

    PerfectPass Stargazer Wake Edition

    I'm looking at purchasing this system for my Sea Ray. Any experience with this on I/Os Thanks.... Ken
  20. 1979 Quartermasters

    Thoughts and Can It Be Done?

    Re: Thoughts and Can It Be Done? Corsa makes a switchable exhaust called Captain's Call. Its a little pricey, but gives you the option of loud or quiet. The system costs about $1900.00. The only thing not in the picture is the wiring harness. They forgot it and shipped it later that week...
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