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  1. ESGWheel

    Short circuit ? VP 3.0 GSP-A

    Here is a post on a 'how to that i was able to put up: link. Post how it goes and we'll keep going from there...
  2. ESGWheel

    Testing for DC based ground leaks

    Using the term ground leak was to aid in searching as this is the term I have seen used in other posts. Agree there are possible parasitic draws on new boats and even older ones. My 2005 Larson has a sensor based (vs float switch) bilge pump fm Rule Mate. Their tech support confirmed the sensor...
  3. ESGWheel

    Testing for DC based ground leaks

    To test if there is a DC based ground leak is straightforward. Three steps and only requires a good multimeter (MM) capable of both resistance and DC current. Note: this process assumes no interconnected AC shore power or solar panels or chargers. If they exist, all need to be completely removed...
  4. ESGWheel

    Engine Alarm / Wiring Diagram 2003 5.7GXI-D

    So, no obvious prior alarm, got it. However, something still seems off and I am not experienced enough to understand why. I looked thru my manual and there is no schematic with only 8 wires into the plug. All had 10. And none with a Purple/White wire. And your picture sure looks like the...
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    Brass block drain plug leaking like a sieve

    That would explain why i cannot find them :) Rupp: i am back to there is a larger issue then a simple leaking replacement. Can you now also post pics of the thread chaser you used? And note the pic i posted of the block drain. Do your new ones look like that? And to double confrim, its...
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    Brass block drain plug leaking like a sieve

    The OPs issue is the block drain plugs, they should look like this. I have been looking for NPT (tapered) thread chasers before and have not found them. I do have both taps and thread chasers for both inch and metric standard threads, but only taps for NPT. What is the brand / source for the...
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    Engine Alarm / Wiring Diagram 2003 5.7GXI-D

    Flyer, It almost sounds like you have never had the alarm (as opposed it ‘has now stopped working’). If true the previous owner may have removed it. But wait there is more. And frankly I am out of my depth on this one, so others will have to explain. I have the EFI workshop manual for my 5.0...
  8. ESGWheel

    Volvo penta 4.3 gxi rough running

    If you have black dust all over it there may be another issue that is causing excessive belt wear. Here is a post (link) regarding that, but first let’s get the engine running sorted out and after we’ll get to the excessive belt wear that I suspect you will experience if there was "back dust all...
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    Brass block drain plug leaking like a sieve

    Two concerns jump out to me regarding your description: that it leaks bad (regardless of how much its tightened) and that the thread chaser did not even require a wrench. This translates in my mind as possible stripped threads. Do you still have the old ones? Inspect their threads to see if...
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    Volvo penta 4.3 gxi rough running

    Intermittent issues are tough to resolve as you are experiencing. And while part of a shotgun approach, this check does not require buying new parts: checking and cleaning the MAP sensor. Let me explain: We all understand that these marine engines do not have intake air filters, instead a spark...
  11. ESGWheel

    2005 5.0 gxi-b belt jumped and wiped out,

    While agree its wider, I just noticed that the belt is not riding on the idler pully correctly. See gap highlighted in the pic below. Since this also corresponds with the Circ. Pump pulley riding incorrectly (IMO), there is something that is driving the belt into this misalignment. A bent pulley...
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    2005 5.0 gxi-b belt jumped and wiped out,

    There are a lot of various posts on the issue of these belts not behaving as expected with good input as to how to evaluate and fix. A more recent one is at this link although the OP has not responded as to their ultimate fix. Read thru that post as there are good tips on troubleshooting from...
  13. ESGWheel

    Solar panel wiring questions

    As suggested, here is a recommended starting point for reading about controller’s link. And while mostly about need one vs. not, the author says he is an ABYC Certified Marine Electrical Systems Specialist. He may be open to answering questions such as yours. I have not (yet) had a reason to...
  14. ESGWheel

    Blue Sea Add A Battery query

    Current pump is the senor type that does have a minor draw. I like the idea of a backup on the other battery that will only activate if above the current one. Great suggestion! I will do that! Strong recommendation and I appreciate the logic. Also, no option where I dock for others to go down...
  15. ESGWheel

    Need with what Battery is needed

    Gents, while others may have different set points, they do tie together the two sides: house and start or more specifically A to B from the relay’s perspective, which is well understood. The side (A or B) the alternator is connected to will be the first receive charging but, at least for the...
  16. ESGWheel

    Need with what Battery is needed

    Sounds like you are still digesting and reflecting > that is good as there is lots to digest. Here is the best article I have read yet on ACRs: link. Also while you are contemplating which way to go, get one of those LiPo ‘start’ batteries, something like this: link. That way you have a piece of...
  17. ESGWheel

    Blue Sea Add A Battery query

    The leaning continues: Blue Sea tech support confirmed there is a small current draw by the ACR itself. So even with the switch to OFF the ACR will draw “~ 15mA as it is constantly looking at the voltage of each bank.” Further “The ACR draws from each bank since it is a dual sensing unit.” I...
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    Need with what Battery is needed

    As to your original question about CCAs for a 2-battery set up, it more proper to think in terms of Amp Hrs (Ah) vs Cold Cranking Amps (CCA). Ah is the amount of energy the battery will put out. So, if running a device that draws 10 Amps a 100 Ah battery would theoretically run it for 10 hrs...
  19. ESGWheel

    Distributor Shaft Seal Replacement

    Doc, the issue is one of identifying. I was reluctant to pull out the original one to properly identify the replacement. More then the ID and OD, I found out that there were a number of other factors like spring or no spring, double lip or single, etc. If I replace my OEM dist. with one of the...
  20. ESGWheel

    Distributor Shaft Seal Replacement

    Concluding this post on trying to find a replacement seal for the distributor shaft. Recap: Was going to rebuild my original Vortec distributor due to the infamous cracking of the cap hold down bosses typical of these distributors. Was doing this in response to not being sure the replacement...
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