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  1. ImperialV184

    Alpha 1Power Trim Question

    Thank you, this really helped with my confusion, also discovered the long trim hose I ordered would not have fit any way, it was the 11 inch and not the 11.5 inch. Ordered all the parts last night. I thought this would be a simple task.........never is. I guess I can't complain these were the...
  2. ImperialV184

    Alpha 1Power Trim Question

    I think this is the Key note and should answer my question, which site did you see this note? Thank. you 2: If trim cylinder casting numbers are 14035-1 or 14034-1, (Trim cyl. tube length16-3/16") order the following parts: (10-90126 Screw),(14034A3 Trim Cyl. Assm. STBD.), (14035A3 Trim Cyl...
  3. ImperialV184

    Alpha 1Power Trim Question

    I will take a look at your links, I have been looking at mercruiser parts and BPI The BPI site has this note: Trim Cylinder Starboard for Mercruiser Alpha 1 Outdrive 98704A3 Starboard Power Trim Cylinder for a Mercruiser Sterndrive. It replaces cylinder # 98704A3 for Alpha using large...
  4. ImperialV184

    Alpha 1Power Trim Question

    Hello, I have an Alpha 1 Gen 1 sterndrive sn 0B585216. My trim hoses were in bad shape, original since 1987. when trying to install new hoses, the 2 bolts that hold on the clamping plate for the long trim hose sheared off. Extractor broke off making matters worse. I was planning on odering...
  5. ImperialV184

    Mercruiser 3.7 Exhaust Riser

    I replaced my riser this weekend after 3 years, the bolts came out a lot easer than I thought. and they looked pretty corroded. I had no coolant leaks into the oil and it did not look like the gasket was failing. My Manual does not call out the torque for the riser, I have looked everywhere...
  6. ImperialV184

    Mercruiser 3.7 165 Running Rich?

    I was doing some annual checks on my 1987 Mercruiser 3.7 165 and pulled the plugs, there was a good deal of black soot on the plugs, definitely not oily, black soot I believe indicates carbon fouling. From what I understand carbon fouling indicates it is running rich. Engine was completely...
  7. ImperialV184

    Mercruiser 3.7 Cam Leak

    Hello, i know there are a lot of posts on this issue. I have a Mercruiser 3.7 that was completely rebuilt. The Cam had the typical wear spots from the front seal failing, the rear seal seamed to hold but did have a small groove at the end of the seal. I had a machine shop add the speedi...
  8. ImperialV184

    Mercruiser 165 Temperature

    Hello, know there has been a lot of talk about this and I have been reading many posts. I recently rebuilt a MCM 165. started it the other day with the muffs and noticed that temp sender was not working. Replaced both the gauge and the sender and ran it again. Looks like it is running about...
  9. ImperialV184

    Mercruiser 3.7 Starter

    Hello, need some help here. Just fishished complete rebuild of my mercruiser 165. I was doing a quick dry run of the engine, no fuel, but using the starter to turn over the engine to verify oil pressure. When I turn the ignition just a bit, it turns then stops. When I give it about 5 seconds...
  10. ImperialV184

    Mercuiser 3.7 front mount

    Question about the front mount on the 3.7, when i was taking apart the old one i had a real issue getting out the bearing. finally got it out and cleaned it up with a wire brush, when i put the new bearing in it slides in freely vs press fit. there is not any play in it but was not sure if i...
  11. ImperialV184

    Mercruiser 3.7 Exhaust Riser

    Hello, hoping you could all help me out. finishing my rebuild on my mere 165 and finally getting to the exhaust riser. Manual has very little detail on the very sensitive joint. A new sierra riser with the osco mounting kit. i am confused about the torque. It instructions with Kit say use...
  12. ImperialV184

    Mercruiser 3.7 Starter

    Hello,i am rebuilding a mercruiser 165 3.7 liter, and i am trying to bolt on the starter motor. Got a new one since the old one was rusted out. the manual calls for 60 foot pounds of torque to secure the starter......... but when i did this i broke off the bolt. the set up is confusing. The...
  13. ImperialV184

    Quicksilver Remote Control Replacement

    Hello, working on a rebuild and i am getting to the end. My Quicksilver duel action remote control needs to be replaced. i see a of Merc quicksilver replacement option by Uflex, it does nt have a trailer switch though, again not really sure what i am looking for to make sure it is compatible...
  14. ImperialV184

    Trim Sender and Trim Limit replacement

    Hello, replacing my trim sender and trim limit switch on my Merc Alpha 1, the alpha 1 uses a retaining clamp for the wires with two bolts, one bolt is easy but the other is a bear. does anyone know if i the new modified clamp with a single bolt is interchangeable with the older two bolt clamp...
  15. ImperialV184

    Mercruiser 470 rebuild

    I am in the process of rebuilding a 470, designated by the mercruiser 165. It is an inline 4 from about 1987. Thus far i have remove everything but the cam, crank shaft, fuel filter and oil pump. I was hoping to hone and reassemble but the no 4 bore has some pitting that may be an issue, has...
  16. ImperialV184

    1987 Imperial Transom Repair Help

    OK, this weekend made some serious progress on removing the transom, the transom is huge and the entire upper portion was still good, despite not being glassed at all. So my next step is to remove the glass and clean it all up. There are some spots that are smooth and have a wood grain look to...
  17. ImperialV184

    470 camshaft seal repair

    I have been meaning to ask this for a while, I have the front cover off and see the traditional grove worn in the cam. only one grove the rear seal looks ok. I will post a picture tonight. so from what i am reading the traditional repair is to use a speedy sleeve or ready sleeve. my question...
  18. ImperialV184

    Mercruiser 470 flywheel removal and engine stand attachment

    Iboaters, have a few questions here, i am progressing on my rebuild of my MCM 165, after several checks it appears like i am going to need a full rebuild and need to get the block to a machine shop. Have quite a bit done already but having trouble with the flywheel removal. Anyone, know any...
  19. ImperialV184

    Need help removing cylinder head

    I am trying to remove the cylinder head form my mercruiser 165. All bolts are out ,side form one that is so rusted that it has actually become part of the head, I cannot even see the separation. the 3/4 nut is rusted down to about .5 inches but i cannot grip it. I thought about taking a...
  20. ImperialV184

    Mericruiser 165 starter removal - need help

    Iboats experts, need some help. I am in the process of starting to repair a few items on my Merc 165 inline 4. The starter is completely rusted. Went to remove it, got all bolts out and the front bracket, and the starter will not budge, used a mallet and a wood block against the solenoid...
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