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  1. FreeBeeTony

    It's alive!!

    Got the engine started in the boat today!! https://youtu.be/T9TNuP0YBa4
  2. FreeBeeTony

    P/S_ Alt Install

    Been almost 1 yr since I took the P/S and Alt off the front of the engine. Having a tough time w/ the brackets etc.......... I have a manual but don't see any detailed diagrams. Can anyone point me to something??? Thanks..............Tony
  3. FreeBeeTony

    Engine Install

    Got the engine installed on Sunday. Surprisingly enough my measurements for the front mounts were pretty close I went to install my alignment bar and I don't even think I got into the coupler at all. Didn't want to push it so I walked away for the day. Does this mean I am that far off. Need to...
  4. FreeBeeTony

    Engine Re-Install

    Got my A - Frame assembled this w/e in between rain and communion parties.... Hope to have time this w/e to install the engine.........more rain and parties expected!
  5. FreeBeeTony

    Engine Mount Dimensions

    Installing new front mounts today. Can anyone provide me with the distance between the front mounts and the distance between the front and rear mounts? Don't see anything in the manual.
  6. FreeBeeTony

    Bigger Cam vs Warm-up

    I recently rebuilt my 350Mag and installed a Comp Cams XM270HR. Has a nice idle.......but seems to require more time to warm-up and idle. Is this to be expected?
  7. FreeBeeTony

    Rear Engine Mounting Hardware

    See attached pics...... The mount kit came w/ (2) bushings, (2) fiber washers and (2) flat washers; I installed the bushings w/ the knurled edge facing down. The screw kit came w/ (2) fiber washers and (2) spring washers...... Question is...........which washers do I use.......flat or spring? I...
  8. FreeBeeTony

    Alignment Tool

    Does this look OK? https://www.ebay.com/itm/Mercruiser-Alpha-Bravo-OMC-Boat-Engine-Alignment-Tool-USA-made-Fast-Shipping/270940004316?hash=item3f15485fdc:m:m0E5R7VHJskc84tUwPuwYaQ&vxp=mtr
  9. FreeBeeTony

    Trim Cylinder Replacement

    Replacing my Trim Cylinders. Removed old ones w/o taking note which hose goes where on the "manifold: underneath the transom assembly. In the pic below it shows the short lines connecting to the fwd ports on the manifold. Can't upload the pic Also, is this system self bleeding? How can I tell...
  10. FreeBeeTony

    Engine Alignment

    One of my next tasks is to install new motor mounts on the front and bushings/hardware in the rear. I measured to the best of my ability the height of the old front mounts and duplicated the adjustments on the new. Even went as far as tracing the position of the old. I know I still need to check...
  11. FreeBeeTony

    Engine Mount Replacement

    Finally got cooperation from the weather and got my rebuild started: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fRugSr17h5k&t=5s :Now time to replace the mounts in the boat. Started by tracing what I could from the original mounts. Planning on frilling oversized holes where the original lag bolts were...
  12. FreeBeeTony

    Break-in Oil

    Not looking /to start a big debate but............ I usually run 20w-50, but wondering what I should use for my break-in, should I sue something lighter?
  13. FreeBeeTony

    Running Engine w/o Alternator

    Want to start engine before installing in boat.....did not remove P/S pump and associated brackets from boat when removed engine, did not want to fool w/ the P/S lines. I'm assuming I can start engine w/ a fully charged battery and maybe connect a battery charger just to keep a charge on the...
  14. FreeBeeTony

    Harmonic Balancer/Pulley

    Installed a new harmonic balancer......came with a bolt and washer. I installed the balancer with a tool from AutoZone and used the bolt and washer to secure. Problem is when I install the pulleys they don't seem to line up........ I am wondering if the washer is not needed. The back of the...
  15. FreeBeeTony

    Initial Start-up

    Plan on starting my rebuild outside the boat a few time to check for leaks etc, I have a full FWC'd system. Plan on using water for initial start-ups...........any problems here?
  16. FreeBeeTony

    SBC Rear Mounts

    Preparing for the installation of my re-build, Plan on getting new hardware for the rear mounts. What are the thoughts on the bushings in the rear cover? How can I tell if they need to be replaced?
  17. FreeBeeTony

    SBC Front Mounts

    Hopefully coming to the end of my rebuild project. One of the last things I need is new front motor mounts. Pretty sure I know what mounts to get. Problem is the "platforms" (not sure what word to use!) that the mounts sit on could use some attention. Can I fill the existing holes with...
  18. FreeBeeTony

    Starter

    Wanting to replace my 10 yr old starter on my new rebuild. Would like to get a "mini' Starter........any suggestions/recommendations?
  19. FreeBeeTony

    Fastener Size

    Coming down to the end of my rebuild and seem to have misplaced dome of the bolts......been doing quite well until now. Right now missing the 6 bolts holding the flywheel to the crank and the 3 holding the coupler to the flywheel; are there 3 "triangular" washesr for the coupler? Can these...
  20. FreeBeeTony

    Reassemble

    Installed oil pan and timing cover.........
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