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    4.3 GL engine removal - Wellcraft excel

    Hi, Need to remove my v/P 4.3GL engine from my boat. First time for me. The engine is connected to a Cobra SX stern drive. All the ancillary bits are removed (manifolds, wiring, coolant hoses etc) is it now just a matter of unbolting the engine block where it joins the stern drive (what I...
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    Volvo Penta 4.3 Exhaust Flapper Questions - help please

    Hi, Everyones been really helpfull in answering my questions before. However I have a big problem with my Volvo Penta 4.3GL with Corba SX stern drive fitted in a 175SX Wellcraft Excel. I've writen off the engine due to seawater flooding the clyinders and sump :mad: Pulled exhaust manifolds...
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    Limited Engine Revs under load

    Hi all, back again for advice.:confused: Background I have a Wellcraft 175Sx Excel boat equipped with a 4.3GL Volvo Penta engine and SXCobra leg. When I got the boat the engine was a bit lumpy and running very rich. I've fitted, new plugs, new electronic choke (old one not working). Got her...
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    How does water get in the Clyinders ?

    Hi, need some advise please I have a 1997 4.3GL VP I/B fitted to a Wellcraft 175 excel. On a recent trip I had a fuel leak problem and ended up getting a tow (without the engining running) back to the habour (safest thing to do). I sorted the fuel problem out and the engine started fine however...
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    Volvo Penta 4.3GL Water Pump Refit Procedure

    Hi new to the forum and inboards. I have a 97 Volvo Penta 4.3GL enegine. I need to replace the engine water pump. I have a silly question, how do I refill the engine with water once I've refitted the pump and make sure I get all the air out. Hope this makes sense and someone can get me an asker...
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