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    Drive removed for the 1st time, gimbal aligment inspection

    @archis @alldodge, no one? :(
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    Drive removed for the 1st time, gimbal aligment inspection

    When removing the tool i Was doing it very slowly not to touch anything, and yes I have to push it in and out with a little force but how much force is the correct one?... hope you guys can help me. Marks looks even on every side I think..?
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    Bellows Adhesive application

    How about bellow adhesive on Ujoint bellows? Is it the only place to use adhesive?
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    Drive removed for the 1st time, gimbal aligment inspection

    Hello friends, I did couple of videos, can You tell me if everything is correct? and what the correct amount of force to push it in and pull it out?? Thanks for your help!
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    U joint crossreference for new style GKN

    Its expensive as hell especially here in Europe ;), I think in this situation its better to buy OEM Alldodge, does the changing process is the same as Achris showed in the video??
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    U joint crossreference for new style GKN

    Hi folks, ive got GKN new style 865496A01 & 865493A01 universal joints with external clips and looking for cross reference numbers automotive etc but with no luck, anyone can help? Ive searched forum with no luck....
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    Drive removed for the 1st time, gimbal aligment inspection

    Thanks guys, Ill do the engine aligment again later,b oat is in a hangar and that was after 6h work of cleaning and winterizing...
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    Drive removed for the 1st time, gimbal aligment inspection

    Hello folks, Can anyone tell me if this drive, ujoints and gimbal bearing and inside of the bell housing looking good? Also Ive made a video of putting in and out the aligment tool, anyone can tell me if its right? heres a video : Here is a video showing aligment tool Also Ive got UJoints with...
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    Carb Rebuild Kit

    Hi scott, do You have instructions for adjusting brass float??
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    Best Carb Rebuild kits.

    Thats the kit: https://www.carburetor-parts.com/Mercarb-Carburetor-Kit--PK112_p_3483.html it says for Mercarb.. (?)
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    Best Carb Rebuild kits.

    How about Mikes carb rebuilt kit for Mercarb? I will need to do during this winter??
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    Mercarb brass float upgrade

    Anyone replaced mercarb float to brass one? I will need rebuilt and wondering about Brass float upgrade from Mikes Carb parts . I heard some bad review about this upgrade but dont know why Thanks
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    Running rough when cold, helping to diagnose the problem with Mercarb

    Mercruiser 4.3 MerCarb, was TKS but previous owner probably swapped it to the Mercarb. Im not a Carb guy When engine is cold (1st start of the day) after start the engine running rough. Lots of black smoke and rough until warming up. Weather is Like 60-70s nowdays, When warm runns great. When...
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    Helping identifying UJoints Mercruiser Alpha One Gen 2

    Hello, First of all ive searched forum but all the links provided by Don S died, Im looking for replacement for my UJoints, according to the Mercruiser catalogue I have "805536A2" looks like permalube Ujoints which are quite expensive but Ive found info that there are also automotive...
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    Question regarding thermostat housing Mercruiser 4.3

    Hi folks, During thermostat replacement Ive cleaned and smoothed the housing surface, this is the picture BEFORE, but after brushing with sandpaper and cleaning it do I have to paint it with PhantomBlack Quicksilver or i can leave the bare metal there? Take care
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    Gasket / seal kit from 2002 and 2012

    Hello folks, i have bought parts online for my Mercruiser Alpha One Gen 2 seal kit for upper and lower unit and on the package date of mfg is 2002 and 2012 , my drive is from 2005 and the question is are these kits are junk or may be okay?! Package is new but the date... is it fine to install...
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    Sand/dirt when drained manifold for thermostat replacement

    Hello folks, Mercruiser 4.3 05’ and alpha gen2. my thermostat stuck opened so i went ahead and replaced it, drained block and manifold and I have found dirt and sand (?) in the manifold while draining, the drain from block was clear and fine . Any ideas why I have sand ? Engine was at the...
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    Changing thermostat on Merc 4.3 and Perfect seal

    Hello, i need to change my thermostat and found information on manual #25 page 6A-23 that: IMPORTANT: Gasket has continuity rivets. Do not coat with Quicksilver Perfect Seal, or Audio Warning Temperature Switch may not work properly. and below there is an instruction : 5. Coat both sides of...
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    Alpha One Gen II rebuilt + new gimbal + Part Number Identification

    Hello, Ive got 2005 Mercruiser 4.3L + Alpha Gen2 drive and this winter I want to drop off my drive for the first time, when my drive will be off I wanted to: - replace my Bellows, -replace Gimbal -replace UJoints -reseal drive + do the Pressure test of my drive to seal this drive because most...
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    Mercruiser 4.3 added 4qts Still below ADD mark

    hello, ive got 2005 4.3 Mercruiser TKS (with Mercarb), The problem is since I own a boat i have got drain plug oil system, changed oil put 4qts and its still below ADD mark... any ideas why? I’ve got proper dipstick according to the catalog... thank You...
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