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    sanitation hose choice

    My 2004 Chaparral 215 SSi recently had a major leak in the sanitation hose for the cockpit. The position of the outlet port is sometimes below waterline. My leak occurred in a split in the outside bend of a ~12" hose. The split area looked like it had torn or rotted from the inside out. I...
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    help with outdrive ID and schematics info

    I am trying to obtain the proper schematics and part numbers for rebuilding my 2004 model year outdrive. The outdrive is powered by a VP 5.0L GL-D engine. The plate on the upper gear housing reads: Product No. 3868891 Type: SX-M1 Ratio 6.0 Serial Number: 4202088820 I'm not sure if I'm...
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    suspect bellows leaking

    My 2004 Volvo Penta 5.0 GL-D with SX drive seems to be leaking somewhere. I am suspecting that the leak is in the bellows area as I cannot see any other place on the boat where there is an issue. The bellows have never been changed since the boat was made (July 2003) and purchased by me brand...
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    impeller shaft seal removal and installation

    Can someone point me towards any information that relates to impeller shaft removal and re-installation on a 2004 (model year) Chaparral 215 SSi, engine: 5.0L GL-D? I have a decent steady leak recently discovered coming out the bottom weep hole of the impeller shaft housing - the part that is...
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    thermostat sticking closed or failed water pump - how to determine

    A simple question but I'm brain dead right now. Fired up my 5.0L GL-D engine yesterday, noticed water dripping from the impeller housing area. First time it has ever leaked there. Ran motor for 15-20min at ~1000 rpm (wouldn't idle any lower) until engine temp hot enough to open thermostat -...
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    engine size for Sea Ray 290

    Hello folks, I was wondering if anyone out there had any experience with the 4.3L LX Mercruiser engines? I am seriously considering purchase of a 1996 Sea Ray 290 DA w/ 4.3L LX twin engines. My concern is would engines of this size have enough hp and torque to get the boat moving 'adequately'...
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    Engine decal meaning

    I have been searching for a specific motor size for an older boat (1988 Sea Ray 270) I'm looking for and find an area of confusion surrounding the meaning and interpretation of the engine decal. On a Mercruiser 4.3L engine, circa 1988, what does the valve cover decal mean when it says 4.3L4 or...
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    canvas mounting hardware

    Am interested in acquiring a 1988 Sea Ray 270DA that only has a bimini top and cockpit cover. I would like to get a full camper canvas but seller does not have one, nor any hardware. Can anyone give me advice or guidance on how to get the proper hardware and patterns for a top? There are some...
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    1988 4.3L maintenance

    I am considering buying an older boat, circa 1988 Sea Ray 270 w/twin 4.3L engines. I currently do much of my own basic preventative maintenance and winterization on a much newer, circa 2004 volvo-penta 5.0L engine. I have plenty of mechanics tools and not afraid to get my hands dirty. Can...
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    Cost of transport cross country

    Hello folks, I am interested in a boat that is located half-way cross the country. The price is good and the boat in immaculate condition and exactly what I'm looking for. Here's the dilemma: The boat is 1379 miles away in MN and I'm in VT. Assuming that the boat survey checks out and...
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    outdrive trims DOWN but not UP

    Folks, I have a 2004 Chaparral 215SSI with 5.0 GL-D (carbureted) engine. I recently discovered that whenever I use the trim button on the throttle control handle I am not able to raise the outdrive UP to trim the boat, etc., but I can lower the outdrive. I also have a separate trim switch...
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    weight of boat

    A friend of mine has a boat which he wants towed to the marina and asked me if my truck were available. I don't think my truck is heavy enough or strong enough. I asked how much his boat and trailer weighed but he's unsure.<br /><br />Anyone know what approximate weight for a 1997 Donzi, 27.5...
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    Winterization fluids

    In preparation for winterizing my Volvo-Penta 5.0L GL-c/d I/O I am wondering if RV holding tank winterization fluid can be used in the engine block, manifolds, and complete cooling system in general? How much fluid - of any appropriate type - needs to be used?<br />Thanks in advance.
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    winterizing 2004 VolvoPenta engine

    Last year purchased new 2004 with 5.0L GL (carbureted) I/O Volvo-Penta engine. I would like to winterize the engine myself this year but have never done an I/O before. The manual speaks of draining and flushing the cooling system at the block and exhaust manifolds but no mention is made of...
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    Are my tires sized right?

    My mother-in-law has a boat/trailer that she's trying to sell. Several people have reviewed it and mentioned the nice quality/condition but haven't yet had any tangible offers. My thoughts are that the trailer it's resting is a real eye-sore and needs help. I've added safety chains at the...
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    decarbonizing cylinder heads

    Anyone know of a good way to decarbonize a cylinder head - without removal of the head - on an '78 Mercury 80hp 4cyl 2-stroke. How often should a head be removed and decarbonized and/or the whole powerhead dissabled for a thorough cleaning?
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    Underpowered or not?

    Looking to buy a new/used 20-21 ft sized I/O cuddy, with weight around 3400-3600lbs. Is there a guideline for determining what hp engine should be matched so the boat is not underpowered?<br />A dealer suggested anything over 2500lbs should have a V-8. What about actual hp of motor?
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    needle/seat assembly different

    I have taken apart both of my 78 Merc 800 Inline 4cyl carbs to rebuild for flooding problems and have noticed that the 'original' needle/seat assembly is different than the replacements. My original has a tiny o-ring on inlet fuel side of seat and needle has discolored (like oxidized copper)...
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    Does fuel line size matter?

    I have been wanting to replace my fuel line but am stymied by what size ID is appropriate. The most popular choices seem to be 5/16" and 3/8". Some fuel line 'assemblies' come pre-equipped with bulb and fore and aft connectors but descriptions are light for line size. So, does size really...
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    Carb floods way too easily

    I have an '78 Mercury 800 80hp in-line 4 cyl, s/n 5004055 which has recently been flooding out intermitently every couple of days or so. Several times I have had to remove the plugs and dry 'em off, remove the dual carbs, drain and clean out in order to start engine. Once started the engine...
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