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    Bravo 3 for 4.3L MPI. Is it overkill?

    I have seen a few used boats with the 4.3L MPI and Bravo 3 out-drives. Is there major advantage to getting this over the Alpha? These are mostly 18-19' bow-rider boats that are 10 or so years old. I am looking for my next project and want to avoid complexity unless it is worth it. Also, is the...
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    What are the best bow-rider brands from 10 years ago? Mostly worried about hull rot.

    I just sold my latest project and I am ready for a new one. My only requirements is it has to be a bow-rider with a Mercruiser under $10k. I am thinking a 4.3L MPI with a Bravo this time just to mix it up. What are some good bow-rider brands to look at? I am willing to shop for a few months...
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    Spray into boat from end caps on rams/pin - Alpha 1 gen 2

    We took the boat out today and the kids complained that they were getting wet in the back seat. I looked down and saw that water was hitting the caps on the ends of the pin in the rearward rams and spraying up and into the boat. Adjusting the trim up or down a bit makes it go away but it seems...
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    Alpha 1 gen 2 upper - need to change lower drive shaft oil seals

    I checked the factory service manual and am still unsure. I think I need to remove the shaft/u-joint/bearing assembly and then slide out the vertical gears. The question is can the lower seals be removed and re installed without removing the bearing at the bottom of the upper unit? Seals are...
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    Is it common to replace 175/80R13 tires with 185/80D13?

    It looks like there is plenty of room in my fenders. The 185s have a D range 1660 lbs load capacity vs. the 175s C 1360 lbs capacity. There is only a $10 cost increase. I would assume the 185 may last longer. Thanks
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    Which buddy bearing dust caps/bra do I need?

    I tried some Attwood 1.98" from Walmart and they are just a hair too big. Do I need Buddy Bearing Bra 17B or 19B? I can't see a model number on my BBs. thanks
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    Need swing away tongue. Can I put it aft of my winch. Pic included

    First post in the trailer forum so let me if there is a better search term for what I am asking. These new houses have the smallest garages. I have a little less than 20 feet to work with. If I put the swing away forward of the winch I am still just over 20'. Is it safe to put it after the...
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    '95 3.0lx

    Re: '95 3.0lx This is what the distributor looks like on my 95LX. If you need any other views let me know.
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    3.0 LX manifold and elbow life expectancy/inspection frequency?

    My new project boat is running great and I want to keep it that way. I spent the past few months checking everything out and one of the last unknown areas is the manifold and elbow. Are these something that should be removed for inspection? I believe mine are original from 1995. The boat has...
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    Overheated alternator on 3.0LX

    I accidentally drained my battery by leaving the ignition on for a few days. I charged on my trickle charger for 12 hours and that got the battery to 11 volts and I was able to start the boat on muffs this morning (with hopes of going out). I then let the engine run at 1200 RPM for a few...
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    Oil Leak - 3.0L Mercruiser - Appears to be coming from behind the Crankshaft Pulley

    Re: Oil Leak - 3.0L Mercruiser - Appears to be coming from behind the Crankshaft Pull You probably have a rust hole in the timing cover. I changed mine last month and the oil pan looks new. I put a stack of wood under the oil pan and levered up on the motor mount a 1/4". Then added one more...
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    3.0 LX carb rebuild kit part number?

    Can someone tell me what the correct carb rebuild kit is for a 1995 Mercruiser 3.0 LX 0F556016? Thanks to everyone who makes this forum great.
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    Missing at low RPM, is timing light good for checking for consistent spark?

    I was checking my timing yesterday and noticed that I am not getting a constant flash from the timing light. The engine runs a little rough and I figured it was bad gas (almost gone now) or needed a carb rebuild (was going to re-build if new gas did not fix). If I put the timing light on the...
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    Alarm sensors for temp and oil pressure

    Just purchased a used boat with a 95 3.0 LX. The previous owner removed the alarm under the dash. I found the wire and traced it back to the lube container. I can't seem to find the oil pressure and temp switch. Would they be next to their respective sensors for the gauges? thanks
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    Removing screw from top of shift shaft in bell housing

    Anyone have any tips for removing the screw in the lever on top of the shift shaft? I need to remove the shift shaft to get the bellows install tool in. If I need to drill this out is the top lever ($27) destroyed in the process? Worst case I hope to save the shaft which is $50. I am...
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    Front mount is stuck - can't adjust

    I just put in a new gimbal bearing and I need to make a minor adjustment. Working on the front mount, I have the jam nut loose but the lock nut and adjustment nuts will not budge. I am using a 12" adjustable wrench and even with a 4 lb sledge I can't get anything to move. Am I missing...
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    Alpha 1 gen 2 new yoke. Re-shimming required?

    While trying to replace my u-joints, I bent the drive shaft yoke where it enters the outdrive. A new yoke is $100 and when I replace it do I need to re-shim or can I just assume the old and new yoke are identical? My bearings are good and will not be replaced. Seals will most likely be...
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