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    Hose found under flywheel housing, Drain?

    After removing my starter from OMC 5.0 I found a 1/2 hose laying under engine, the other end looks like it connects somewhere under flywheel housing. Is this a water drain?
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    Starter problems-keeps cranking

    My starter on Ford 5.0 OMC hangs up sometimes. <br />The starter drive stays engaged after turning key off of cranking position.<br />Is there a rebuild kit for this? What would need replacing?
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    Grease fitting to what?

    There is a grease fitting in front starboard side of the upper gear housing. does this grease the gimbal bearing?<br />Engine is 5.0 liter OMC, drive is King Cobra
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    Insurance coverage for freeze damage?

    Does your insurance Co. pay for damages caused by freezing? Such as engine damage, cracked block, head etc.
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    Insure for 6months only?

    Is there a Co. that will Insure for 6 months?<br />Where are you guys getting your ins. through. Any good rates out there?
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    POUR FOAM WITH FLOOR IN OR OUT?

    What is the best way to pour foam along stringers? Should floor be installed completely, then drill 2" holes about 1 foot apart for air to escape along with access foam?<br />Or just pour the foam along side stringer and hope fills completely under floor then do alot of trimming.
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    Manifold Removal.

    I am removing OMC Log style manifolds from a 5.0 Ford. All nuts and bolts are removed and the manifold is loose from head but will not remove because of a bolt that screws up from the engine mount. This bolt looks like it is used to support the manifold when installing. I have screwed this bolt...
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    Compression Results- Help

    I had my OMC Cobra 5.0 winterized. The motor oil was milky brown. So I checked comp. Any thoughts?<br /><br />Compression Results:<br />Engine was not warm & throttle was not wide open<br /><br />#1 = 135<br />#3 = 152<br />#5 = 135<br />#7 = 165<br /><br />#2 = 180<br />#4 = 165<br />#6 =...
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    Can water get in motor oil from not being used?

    I had my OMC Cobra 5.0 winterized. The motor oil was milky brown. This boat was sitting all year without a cover on in the elements. Could water or condensation get in the motor and cause this condition? Or am I just wishfull thinking? :) <br />If so where should I start looking? :confused:
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    Rotted floor-89 Bayliner/Capri

    Great forum. <br /> :confused: I am looking at 89 Bayliner with 5.0 <br />The reason I am telling you this I am wondering if it is worth $2500 with a rotten floor.<br />what would a boat shop charge to repair?<br />Has anyone replace a floor in a 19.6 ft boat or should I walk away from this...
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