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    Volvo DPS run low on oil

    I have a Formula 233 with a '95 Volvo 5.7GL and DPS Duoprop outdrive. After having the lower unit resealed recently the mechanic filled the drive with oil (synthetic) from the bottom, but he guessed at how much was going in and told me to check the drive after a short run. Took the boat out...
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    Bellows Kit for DPS?

    Anyone out there have a good supplier for a bellows/ gimbal bearing kit for Volvo outdrives? I've got a '95-'96 Volvo DP-S Ser No. 4112023102 and want to replace everything before putting it back on the water for the first time in 2 years. Thanks!
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    Volvo DPS duo prop maintenance

    Just got a new boat with a full FWC 350 and Volvo DPS outdrive. The boat sat for two years but was started regularly and runs very well. The outdrive will need a shift cable adjustment because it shifts smoothly into forward, but you have to tap the throttle slowly back to get it to kick into...
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    Engine has sat...rusty exhaust valve and risers.

    I recently purchased a '72 F233 with a 350 and pre-alpha outdrive. Today I pulled the risers and found them full of loose rust scale. PO claimed the engine was new 5 years ago, had 100 hrs put on it and was winterized and parked. The risers were full of antifreeze, so I'm inclined to believe...
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    1972 Formula 233 Restoration

    I've been lurking on this site for a while now, and want to say thanks to all you guys who've taken the time to post up your restorations. I've learned a lot and feel confident about tackling this project. The boat is a '72 Formula 233 that I picked up for $2k on a decent trailer. The...
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