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  1. Don S

    Installing 50 amp fuse

    Re: Installing 50 amp fuse Is that what is shown below? Man you have good eyes.
  2. Don S

    Mercruiser 170 help please?

    Re: Mercruiser 170 help please? Here is a wiring diagram that will help explain the system.
  3. Don S

    How do I get this pulley off?

    Re: How do I get this pulley off? First of all, it's mounted on the front of the crankshaft, not the camshaft. Remove the three allen head bolts then the pump will pop off the vibration dampner
  4. Don S

    1988 Mercruiser 4.3L Wiring Question

    Re: 1988 Mercruiser 4.3L Wiring Question
  5. Don S

    Help ID my engine and carb

    Re: Help ID my engine and carb Here is a service bulletin with some ID numbers you might check on. According to service manual #9, that carb was used on the big blocks, but it was also used on the Tempest 300 engine that is a 350.
  6. Don S

    Alpha 1 gen 1 shift cable problem help

    Re: Alpha 1 gen 1 shift cable problem help Have no clue what a hallett is..... but 84 works, and it has the Thunderbolt ignition. Here is the wiring diagram. And make sure they are on the correct terminals of the terminal block.
  7. Don S

    Over tightened leg dipstick on a 2004 Volvo Sx leg

    Re: Over tightened leg dipstick on a 2004 Volvo Sx leg Item 2 (Highlighted) are the shims for the top cover, and shows the proper part numbers on the second page.
  8. Don S

    NEWBIE * disaster on first day*

    Re: NEWBIE * disaster on first day* Ok, lets get you some tools to work with here. You have a 4.3 Chevy V6, model is a 175 with an Alpha I outdrive. Here is links to the service manuals for your engine and drive. #7 Engine manual #6 Drive Manual If you have the drive off, go ahead and...
  9. Don S

    Starting problems

    Re: Starting problems Not sure how installing a drive could possibly keep the engine from turning over with the starter. Unless all the gears in the drive were locked up. Even then, if the drive was locked up, there would be a loud CLUNK as the starter engaged the flywheel and couldn't turn...
  10. Don S

    Mercruiser 3.0 won't run

    Re: Mercruiser 3.0 won't run Below is the wiring diagram you should be using for your engine. The purple yellow wire goes from the coil + to the starter solenoid D terminal.
  11. Don S

    Warning Alarm

    Re: Warning Alarm Depends on what ECM you have as to what sounds you will get. Your serial number doesn't say for sure which one. Which one does yours look like, and what kind of alarm are you getting?
  12. Don S

    interchangeable upper gearcase on 275T

    Re: interchangeable upper gearcase on 275T It came off of a 275 drive, and the 215 indicates the drive it came off of was a 4 cylinder. Since the gear ratio changes in the lower unit, it should work fine for your drive. One note though. you have a V8 and the upper is for a 4 and the gear...
  13. Don S

    Possible Picture sizing solution

    Re: Possible Picture sizing solution Just click the thumbnail I used this method How to Post Pictures - The Basics*/ 468676
  14. Don S

    did I use the right oil? is my boat ready for the summer?

    Re: did I use the right oil? is my boat ready for the summer? No mention of gear lube change, pulling the drive, grease the coupler splines (VERY Important), alignment check, bellows check, impeller or ............... Here is the maintenance schedule for your engine and drive.
  15. Don S

    Mercruiser 3.0L/LX Alpha One - Gear Lube Hose Leak

    Re: Mercruiser 3.0L/LX Alpha One - Gear Lube Hose Leak See if these help.
  16. Don S

    interchangeable upper gearcase on 275T

    Re: interchangeable upper gearcase on 275T One of the things you will need to find out is which method of attaching the helmet you have and what they other upper has. They must be the same.
  17. Don S

    How to remove control handle to replace trim switch?

    Re: How to remove control handle to replace trim switch? See if this helps.
  18. Don S

    Help with relay wiring PLEASE!!!!!

    Re: Help with relay wiring PLEASE!!!!! Didn't take much to find info on that particular relay, but without knowing what it goes to, where each wire goes to, it's impossible to say how to wire it.
  19. Don S

    Small problem

    Re: Small problem Don't get all excited, you only posted this a few hours ago, maybe those that viewed the thread didn't know the answer. Yes, it could be adjustment.
  20. Don S

    1998 mercruiser Over heating Exhaust problem

    Re: 1998 mercruiser Over heating Exhaust problem This should explain. NOTE: The boat has to be in the water for this test, not on muffs.
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