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  1. Don S

    Ignition swap

    Re: Ignition swap You do need to have the shift interrupt switch hooked up. Is this the instructions you have for the shift interrupt? If not, scan and post what you have.
  2. Don S

    SX-A trim problem

    Re: SX-A trim problem Here is how to check the trim pump oil level and to check for water. Location of the relays depends on the model number of your engine.
  3. Don S

    Merc fuel gauge out

    Re: Merc fuel gauge out Here is a troubleshooting guide from Teleflex that shows the color codes of the wires a bit clearer.
  4. Don S

    speedometer and fuel gauge out.....help troubleshooting

    Re: speedometer and fuel gauge out.....help troubleshooting You could have either style connector on your drive. Here is both.
  5. Don S

    Arco trim tabs stopped working- where to start diagnostics?

    Re: Arco trim tabs stopped working- where to start diagnostics? That is not a trim-tab pump, that is a trim/tilt pump for a Mercruiser outdrive. So are you actually having a trim-tab pump issue? If trim-tabs are your issue I would guess your pump might look like one of these.
  6. Don S

    The heat is on...

    Re: The heat is on... You just moved the thermometer, that's not fair. I was meaning something like this, same thermometer, same RV. Just add a tree.
  7. Don S

    The heat is on...

    Re: The heat is on... And when we are in a rain delay to start a race, you play with the computer and make pictures easier to see. Since the thermometer was in the dark, I just decided to lighten it up with a new method I just discovered. Hmmmm maybe I should replace that pole with a tree...
  8. Don S

    going without carb fuel filter

    Re: going without carb fuel filter The problem with saying you have a 3.0GS is the fact that it only says you have a 4 cylinder engine made by GM. Nothing about the carbs, or anything else. They do change year to year. The full model number is what is needed for accurate answers. Here is a...
  9. Don S

    Gimbal Bearing U-Joint Bellows Replace: First Timer; Advice Requested

    Re: Gimbal Bearing U-Joint Bellows Replace: First Timer; Advice Requested That is why Merc tells it's dealers to throw away the old manuals when the new ones are received. The newer manual has all the changes in them. It also includes this service bulletin that the dealers received in 94.
  10. Don S

    Volvo Penta GSI -00 ECU failed?

    Re: Volvo Penta GSI -00 ECU failed? Here are some things that needs checked for the DTC 41 before you spend money. That is just for that code, and it's doubful it's the cause of your original problem with the surging and hard start. That sounds more fuel related, faulty sensor, or even...
  11. Don S

    Mercruiser 260 - Rocker arm installation

    Re: Mercruiser 250 - Rocker arm installation Re: Mercruiser 250 - Rocker arm installation Here are details on how to adjust the valves.
  12. Don S

    another engine serial number question

    Re: another engine serial number question That's only the drive serial number, not the engine number. Look down by the starter for the engine tag.
  13. Don S

    High pressure fuel pump is to high

    Re: High pressure fuel pump is to high I was trying to find out what kind of running problem you are having. Doesn't make sense to check fuel pump pressure and set timing when you have bad compression. Until you get the compression fixed in those two cylinders, whatever your problem is...
  14. Don S

    ? Vacuum hose? or air hose question

    Re: ? Vacuum hose? or air hose question That's the speedometer hose and connector that goes into the top of the lower unit. Mercruiser par number is 22-815956A 1 for the assembly.
  15. Don S

    Cool fuel filter

    Re: Cool fuel filter There is a screen strainer under the filter cup in the cool fuel. Maybe that is what you are thinking about. PN 892665 item 23 in the picture. Found this picture of a new one.
  16. Don S

    Reconfigure batteries

    Re: Reconfigure batteries If this is what you have now. And you are wanting to do this. No problem at all. It will act just like your original system, just twice as long you can run the house bank.
  17. Don S

    Vovlo 4.3l PBYC Cranks but wont Start

    Re: Vovlo 4.3l PBYC Cranks but wont Start Messy ?????? I never make a mess doing that.
  18. Don S

    Coil est prcedure 2004 5.0 gxi

    Re: Coil est prcedure 2004 5.0 gxi Here are the only tests the manual gives.
  19. Don S

    Motor won't go up

    Re: Motor won't go up The motor doesn't go up and down, the drive does. Assuming you mean the drive, have a look at this.
  20. Don S

    How to set the timing 1997 5.7 GLI Engine OMC/Volvo Penta

    Re: How to set the timing 1997 5.7 GLI Engine OMC/Volvo Penta Timing on your engine should be set at 8? BTDC in service mode.
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