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    Detonation issues...rebuilt mercruiser 165

    Hello all you mercruiser experts... I have a currently active thread in the restoration area, a 19' cuddy cabin with a rebuilt 165 mercruiser. I recently had the boat running in the water again which is really awesome, except for that it seems I am experiencing detonation between 2-3,000 rpm...
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    Replacement Rocker Trim Switch for 1980's Morse Remote Control

    Hey there, So I have this exact control setup for my boat with a mercruiser I/O: http://www.ebay.com/itm/401079008310?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT I was troubleshooting why the trim switch never worked, but the tilt switch always did. Turns out the tilt switch...
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    3.7L Mercruiser 470 gaskets, head gasket, water pump, etc..left over parts

    Hey everyone, Wasnt's sure where to post this, but I've got a few left over parts from my old 470 motor. I just scrapped the old block, but I did save a few items, such as: -4bbl. Intake Manifold w/ oil cooler. -Fuel pump -Distributor -Valve Cover -vertical oil filter mount and oil cooler...
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    Alpha 1 Gimbal Ring Play...what is acceptable?

    I originally posted this in my current boat restoration thread, but realize this is a more keen place to pose the question: What are the specs for gimbal ring / swivel pin play, specifically the lower hinge pin, if any at all? This is for an Alpha 1, Gen 1 from 1987. Thanks! It was warm last...
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    Gimbal Housing Installation onto Transom

    So I'm preparing to re-install my Alpha 1 gimbal housing onto the boat. Does anyone know if you need any type of sealant, or is the large o-ring seal supposed to be dry when installed? As long as my transom is flat and smooth will the o-ring be enough for a good reliable seal? Thanks!
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    Alpha 1 Gimbal Housing dissasembly/overhaul

    I was wondering of anyone might be able to shed light on their experience on taking apart the gimbal housing for Alpha 1s? How difficult is it to separate the upper and lower swivel pins, and remove the gimbal ring? Are there any pparticular tools that make the job easier such as impact tools? I...
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    Jumped my 21' whaler ventura bowrider...

    Thought it would look cool, do some stunts and stuff!! Thought my whaler could handle it, strongest hulls in the world.."the unsinkable legend" and all...BULL! NOW LOOK!!! :mad-new::mad-new::mad-new::frown-new::frown-new::frown-new::help: NOW WHAT AM I GONNA DO?!?! Can I fix this???
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    Mercruiser Inliner Swap Progress...165 Rebuilt I6 replacing the old 470

    Hello folks... Figured I'd update progress in swapping out my inline 4, merc470 (ford head) engine, for a rebuilt inline 6 merc165 (GM 250). This is eventually going into this (old pic): So here are the specs:The cooling system:Loose Ends: Just a list of things I need to finish before a sea...
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    GM 165 Inline 6 vs. Inline 4 Balancer Pulley

    Need the guru's on here to help me out with this one... So I tried searching around and couldn't come up with anything for an answer. Does anyone know if I can use a 4 cylinder harmonic balancer with my 165 I6? Have they or do they still make any 4 cyl balancers in a neutral balance...
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    Mercruiser 165 (GM I6) Timing Cover Question

    I can't seem to find a timing cover for these engines...does anyone know if the 3.0L GM I4 timing covers are interchangeable? I know many parts are just not sure about the timing cover. Reason is the timing marking tab is broken off of the original cover on mine. I know it's not a huge deal...
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    Alpha 1 Sterndrive Compatibility w/ a 70's era I6 Motor

    I need some help here: I have found myself a beauty of a motor for sale, I'd like to know if it will mate up to my existing GEN 1 Alpha assembly and drive. The motor in question is a 70's era GM inline 6, mercruiser 165. It is a full rebuild and has never been installed or run. It will be...
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    New Member Intro / My '87 20' Thompson Cuddy Project

    Hey everyone, I'm new to the site, figured I'd share photos of my project boat for the past 6 years. I have a 1987 Thompson Carrera 198 cuddy cabin cruiser. Acquired the boat on eBay (1st mistake), in December 2005 (2nd mistake), for $1500 (3rd mistake). Boat came complete with shoreline...
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