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  1. ESGWheel

    Blue Sea Add A Battery query

    I plan on setting up a dual battery system in my 2005 Larson 228 LXi with a VP 5.0 GXi-E. Its more for a peace of mind vs. significant house loads. There is no trolling motor or bow thruster. The most going on the ‘house side’ is the stereo and the chart plotter and its not one of those high amp...
  2. ESGWheel

    Safety Lanyard Switch for a 2008 5.0 GXI

    Bummer and a quick look at the info did not provide if OC or CC type. Here is a universal one, looks short but there is a dimension chart so you can validate before you buy link.
  3. ESGWheel

    Is there a dip stick on top of my leg

    There is wheat and there is the chaff. That is part of the research coupled with having the manual. I have found a lot of wheat in this forum but you can decide. For this issue there are on eBay and elsewhere gearcase covers with included dipstick as FT highlights. Here is one link. Not sure...
  4. ESGWheel

    Is there a dip stick on top of my leg

    For the oil change here is a vid on YouTube showing a how to for your drive: link. And I hear ya about frustrating with no one by your side to teach. What I have learned is that this forum, Google, and YouTube are your friends. And you need to have the manuals by your side. Get them. While the...
  5. ESGWheel

    FELL Marine MOB+ Install

    This is a follow up and close out to 1 plus a partial season of using the Fell Marine MOB device. First off a correction in my wiring. As noted above the device would power off anytime the key was off. This was not good as needed to resync with the fob every time starting up during the day...
  6. ESGWheel

    Knock Sensor

    Also, I found this picture of what is reported to be same engine as yours. Based on your description of not being able to clear it out because the drain plug is on the 90 portion of the Tee this picture appears to show the opposite > a straight wire would easily go thru into the block. Others...
  7. ESGWheel

    Knock Sensor

    I am struggling to understand the concern. Did your device have a ‘port’ (a hole in the middle where it screws in) like a pressure sensor that you are concerned is now plugged up? A knock sensor does not have a port, it just screws in. So, all should be good, there is no harm in removing and...
  8. ESGWheel

    Safety Lanyard Switch for a 2008 5.0 GXI

    I would suspect that yours and this one are not only the same item but made in the same factory somewhere in the east. Given its free returns (at least that is what I see on my account) its no risk. And if not, it’s a $30 risk. Go for it :-)
  9. ESGWheel

    Safety Lanyard Switch for a 2008 5.0 GXI

    here is one on Amazon that looks the same link it says free returns so if too long....
  10. ESGWheel

    4.3 Volvo Penta GL

    The odor of gas and the need to hold the choke closed are at opposite ends of the spectrum of an issue (odor > too much gas & need choke > not enough). Best to post any and all info you have on your motor and boat for folks to help. Also, any history like: last season no issues, but did a carb...
  11. ESGWheel

    Safety Lanyard Switch for a 2008 5.0 GXI

    Based on this is seems you are looking for a switch that is unique to your boat model, not a VP 5.0 GXI engine. Suggest posting the make / model of the boat and if available a picture of the switch. And than someone with a similar boat or restricted cavity can assist.
  12. ESGWheel

    Safety Lanyard Switch for a 2008 5.0 GXI

    try this link Item 3 in the diagram.
  13. ESGWheel

    Engine replaced. Will not shut off.

    Others can provide a wiring diagram which you can use to start the troubleshooting a possible bad diode in the harness to the pump (as suggested above) because it can back feed the distributor. In other words, doing a ‘diode test’ from the proper terminal on the fuel pump relay to the...
  14. ESGWheel

    Volvo Penta Drive Belt - Lots of dust and quickly wearing??

    CaptnO, Have you been able to determine the root cause? If yes, please post your finding. This can only help others with similar situations. There are a lot of good folks providing help and suggestions and all of us learn from the ultimate solution. If still an issue, let us know that as well...
  15. ESGWheel

    Engine replaced. Will not shut off.

    this may help: link
  16. ESGWheel

    2002 Volvo 5.0 GXI Low Operating Temperature

    The sand and gravel may have done some harm to the Raw Water Pump (RWP) as well. While expect the opposite effect with a RWP not pumping as expected (ie overheating), when you get back into the t-stat recommend you also pull the cover off the RWP and inspect the impeller and casing to see if all...
  17. ESGWheel

    2000 5.0 GL intermittent slow acceleration

    The dark plugs + bogging + acting like a 2 stroke that 'needs to be cleared out' leads one to think too much fuel. This is why Lou is asking about the electric choke. This is easy to check > simply start up at the dock with the spark arrestor off and look over time. Been awhile since I have...
  18. ESGWheel

    2000 5.0 GL intermittent slow acceleration

    Was it running last season with no issues? If yes, what, if anything was done other then your listed items? When you recently replaced the plugs what did they look like? When it ‘clears out’ does it run well with no issues for the rest of the day? The more info provided the better. Also, about...
  19. ESGWheel

    Time for Riser & Manifold > VP or Barr?

    Excellent suggestion. I just added it to the kit I go back to the lake with. Thanks!
  20. ESGWheel

    Time for Riser & Manifold > VP or Barr?

    Concluding this post: got the boat in the water and all was good. Ran about 5 degrees cooler per the dash gauge. No leaks, exhaust or otherwise. Very happy with the results and the Barr product!
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