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    How to shut engines off from flybridge helm?

    I've got a 1985 Carver 3227 with electronic shifters installed on both helms -- I can start the engines from the flybridge helm when selecting the station button on the electronic shifter at flybridge (with ignition on at lower helm)...but can't shut off from flybridge. I have always started...
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    1985 crusader 270 service manual needed

    anyone have a copy of the service manual for mid 80's Crusader 350?
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    Crusader exhaust riser & elbow install question

    I've got the parts, gaskets and necessary install kits to replace all nuts/bolts for the risers & elbows. I'm going to tackle the job tomorrow. Trying to get some decent instructions. Main question is using gasket sealant or not. Most recommend to do so and to use Perfect Seal (although...
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    wet exhaust hose burnt through

    Out this weekend the wet exhaust hose off one of the elbows burst on port engine and all along the nearly 4 feet of hose was bubbled from from the heat. The hose is different from the other 3 so not sure if it was replaced because of poor water flow on that side or is just the last to be...
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    Can't get over 3000rpm

    1985 32 foot Carver with twin crusader 350's 4-barrel carbs Boats been running great all summer with regular use. Took it out yesterday and can't get it to run over 3,000 rpm with both throttles wide open. At about 3/4 throttle (3,000 rpm) it's got no more. Both engines identical and wasn't a...
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    Carver motor hour meters -- where are they located!?

    Looking at purchasing a 1985 Carver 3227 but want to confirm the hours!? Broker has no idea where the meters are. Only location i've found an hour meter is on the command bridge console but it's only a single meter. Is this meter for the life of the boat -- not the motors? Where will i find...
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    Buying '85 Carver 3227 but have questions prior to survey in a couple days -- help

    I hope to soon be a proud owner of an '85 3227 convertible model. Well cared for boat. We're moving up from a Sea Ray Sundancer 260 so this is going to be a big step for us. A little intimidated but excited :) Question #1: - just had marina do a compression check on both Crusader 350's and...
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    tohatsu 5hp 2-stroke not idling

    i've never seen an outboard this hard to keep tuned carb clean enough to have it idle! is everyone with this outboard having the same problems? I have just fully disassembled the carb, cleaned, soaked and put back together to the exact same problem. Can't adjust idle to keep it idling at all...
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    Any adjustment to Mercruiser lower shift cable??

    I've been told my stalling problem when shifting into forward or reverse leaving the dock is from the lower shift cable. Most likely stretched? I don't understand how this will stall out the engine and it only happens if i let the boat warm up longer then 5 mins. If i don't let the boat warm...
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    Fuel Flow Meter Question - what you recommend

    i would like to install a fuel flow meter this season. Boats powered by single Mercruiser 5.7L EFI. I don't want to spend a fortune From some research it looks like the options are: - Floscan 5500 - Lowrance LMF-200 - Northstar F210 I have an older Garmin Chartplotter that is not compatible...
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    Accidently topped up power trim reservoir with outdrive gear oil!!!!

    Ooops! Thought i was topping up the outdrive oil reservoir (for my '97 Bravo II) but it was the power trim motor reservoir!! So now the power trip motor is a mixture of ATF and Quicksilver high performance leg oil. Is that going to cause a problem with the power trim pump? If so is there a...
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    Winterizing for a moored boat?

    We have a boat moored and wondering what I should do for winter preparation. It doesn't go below freezing often. We would like to use periodically over the off-season as well. It's a closed cooled system on merc 5.7L EFI but should i still drain raw water? I will keep a heater in the cabin...
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    reverse stalling issue

    I've searched this and sounds like either RPM too low or lower shift cable? Not sure if this is my solution? Eng. runs perfectly (97 5.7L Mercruiser, Bravo II just fully serviced/tuned). After warming up for 5-10 mins. before backing out of my slip engaging reverse stalls the boat every time...
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    Range for Sea Ray Sundancer 260

    We recently bought a 1980 Sea Ray Sundancer 260 (SRV260) which has been repowered with a 97 Mercruiser 5.7L and Bravo II drive. Boat has 100Gal tank and a comfortable cruising speed for us is around 25 mph. What range can i expect from that 100gal tank and what are guys with this or similar...
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    1997 Mercruiser 5.7L EFI -- serpentine belt god awful squeel, please advise

    I've got a new sea ray sundancer 260 with 1997 merc 5.7L efi and i'd like to find a pdf version of service manual. searched around and can't find anything. Anyone help? One of the first things i need to do is figure out how to tighten the serpentine belt as it's squeaking a tiny bit... and...
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    seats & canvas for 1991 sea ray 180 OB

    Got a 1991 Sea Ray 180 with 135 Merc OB but the interior was pretty shot so i'm in the process of searching for new/used and quotes on reupholstery. Thought i would look to see if i could find good condition original replacement front bow cushions, captains bucket seat and rear cushions if...
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    OMC 4.3L Cobra engine schematics

    Is there anywhere online I can find engine schematics for OMC engines or does anyone by chance have pdf's of any OMC 4.3L engine diagrams?
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    Fuel Starvation Problem STILL... Please HELP!!

    It's an '89 OMC Cobra 4.3L with Rochester double carb. It now only revs to 2,000 RPM for about 30 seconds then die's out. I can pull the throttle back quickly and it will catch up with itself continuing to run leading me and all mechanics that have looked at it feeling it's definitely fuel...
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    Need info on my new purchase OMC 4.3L Cobra

    I've recently bought a new boat and can't find much by way of detail on the engine specs etc. so hoping you guys can help me fill in some gaps. The boat is an 1989 17' marlin open bow with OMC 4.3L cobra. Can you guys help me with some details/specs: Horsepower: WOT RPM: 4200-4600? with 19...
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    carb issue? Help

    Just bought this boat and when out today to have fun... didn't get far since i can't open it up past harbor idle speed. runs/idles perfectly, especially after i replaced the plugs, fuel filter and changed oil. It's a 1989 Marlin with OMC 4.3L Cobra IO. double barrel carb. I'm guessing this...
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