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  1. eavega

    Checking Engine Alignment - replace gaskets?

    Hello All so, as temps get cooler, thoughts start to turn towards the inevitable winterizing of my 3.0L Mercruiser/Alpha 1. I'll take that time to verify the engine alignment, but was wondering if every time you remove the outdrive (to check alignment, check/change impeller, etc) does it...
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    Favorite Pics - Post 'Em

    Re: Favorite Pics - Post 'Em Lake Lanier, GA Kids getting ready to go tubing (a couple for the first time) Girls trying out the "hot dog" tube for the first time
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    bought an alignment tool, came with a couple of things that I can't identify

    Hey folks So, in preparation for winterizing this year (hopefully not for a couple of months yet), I purchased an alignment tool. I bought it used, and the seller included two other pieces which I don't know what they are for. Can you all tell me what they are? Its two disks; one is black...
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    This guy knows his boat!!

    Now this is how you load a boat! :eek: :faint2:
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    Anchor Alarm on a Lowrance Mark 4 DSI

    I just upgraded my FF/Depth Sounder to a Mark 4 - DSI GPS/Fishfinder combo (Same as the Elite-4 DSI, but with a grayscale screen instead of full color. Got a screaming deal on it; Reduced from $199 to $150, and Lowrance offering a $30 cash rebate on the unit, for a final cost of $120). I have...
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    Is this a crazy idea???

    Re: Is this a crazy idea??? Here is the Island shot from a retailer Here is the island in action (inflated with the converted leaf blower). Note that it is kinked because I didn't inflate the floor of the lounger section completely. Kids were too antsy to get on the thing! I'll tell...
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    Bimini Top Selection

    Re: Bimini Top Selection I agree that it looks better, but I also like to be able to stand under the top, especially if I am piloting the boat. Here is what my 17' Bowrider looks like with a top. It looks a little goofy, and would probably look a lot more slick with a lower top, but the...
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    Mercruiser 3.0 L Alpha 1 shifting issues

    Memorial Day weekend is in the books. Of course, a new problem had to crop up. First off, I am running a 1988 Stingray 176 SVB with a Mercruiser 3.0L SN 0B922590, Alpha One drive SN 0C302539. I am having shifting issues and I hope you all can help me troubleshoot it and hopefully get it fixed...
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    Showing off the new tow rig

    Just had to show off my new towing vehicle . Turns out the 1997 Jeep Cherokee just couldn't handle the Stingray, and my Mazda 3 decided to get expensive three years after it got paid off. Traded in the Mazda, sold the Jeep on Craigslist, and picked up a sweet "employee" deal on this 2013...
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    FINALLY DONE with winter/spring projects. What do you have left?

    Yesterday I tightened the last bolt on the thermostat cover to 30 ft. Lbs, removed all the tools off of the boat, and with that I completed my last maintenance to-do on the boat from my winter/spring list. After winterizing the boat last November I have: 1. Installed new Bimini top. 2...
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    Kudos to iBoats for doing the right thing!

    Just wanted to give a shout out to iBoats and their customer service folk for doing the right thing. I was replacing the thermostat on my Mercruiser 3.0L, and ordered a Mallory replacement "Kit" from the iBoats site. When I received my package I was disappointed to find that they had sent the...
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    Removal/Cleaning of low speed orifice/jets

    Re: Removal/Cleaning of low speed orifice/jets Yes, they should be stamped on the side of the head. it will read 30 (as this one is one of the old jets) or 32. Rgds
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    Looking for Thermostat in pieces in a 3.0 L Mercruiser

    So, While I was waiting for some other parts to arrive, I decided to look into another "when I get time" items on my boat. My temp gauge never seemed to move much beyond 120 degrees (I've owned the boat for less than a year, and have had it out about 5 times since I bought it last August). I...
  14. eavega

    Installing fuel-water separator bracket and filter and I had questions

    Hi So I am wanting to install a fuel water separator on my 1988 Mercruiser 3.0 L. Silly me thought these things were standard, and I just ordered the bracket and filter kit, as well as the fuel hose barbs connections. I got everything 1/4", which I now know is wrong. So, my problem is that I...
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    Is this a crazy idea???

    Re: Is this a crazy idea??? So, it packs in a bag about the size of a bounce house. I've inflated, deflated, and packed it up in less than 15 minutes, but that is dry. there SHOULD be no material that will suck up water, so it may be wet and maybe a little sandy, but shouldn't be a huge...
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    Spring prep final inspections and questions. need help with bimini, steering wheel

    Re: Spring prep final inspections and questions. Part identification, Lubricants, Bim Re: Spring prep final inspections and questions. Part identification, Lubricants, Bim Yes, the support poles replaces the back straps, and you can leave the top folded in the boot and resting on the support...
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    Is this a crazy idea???

    We came across this inflatable "Floating Island" at Sams Club this spring. This thing is HUGE. it has one section that seats 4 adults, plus another section that is a big double lounger. Its about 12 ft x 15 ft when inflated. This thing is perfect for us so people waiting to ski or go tubing...
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    Totally stumped. Next stop is a real mechanic

    Hello all I have a 1988 Stingray 176 SBV with a 3.0L Mercruiser motor (same vintage; 1988). There was nothing obviously wrong with the motor last year. I did run it on the lake a couple of times before it got too cold to go out. Over the winter I changed over the points and condensers to a...
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    Starter motor - Time to replace?

    Getting the Ghostrider (1988 Mercruiser 3.0L ) ready for boating season, I finally rolled it out of the garage this weekend to shake out the cobwebs and verify the ignition upgrade I did. After correcting some issues I had with the ignition upgrade, I was able to get the motor started, but it...
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    Mercruiser 3.0 L Quick question about idle RPM

    So after some adventures with a Pertronix ignition conversion, I got the motor running, and figured I would verify the idle timing (which was where the whole ignition conversion journey began). The manual states to set the idle timing in gear @ 700 RPM. Now, my motor on muffs will idle at...
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