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  1. Mi_fiveo

    VP 4.3 GL conversion to Holley Sniper 2 efi

    So 5 marks in from the left side or 5 marks in from the right?
  2. Mi_fiveo

    VP 4.3 GL conversion to Holley Sniper 2 efi

    I’m finishing up on the carb rebuild. I ran it through an ultrasonic cleaner and chased all the passages with carb cleaner and then fishing line. The choke was adjusted all the way to the right when I took it apart. According to that chart it is supposed to be 5 notches lean. Should I leave it...
  3. Mi_fiveo

    VP 4.3 GL conversion to Holley Sniper 2 efi

    Hey Scott, I took my carb apart and it has a 2.5 in it. The kit I bought has a 4.5. I’m going to try the 4.5 like you recommended, just wondering if you can explain what the difference is?
  4. Mi_fiveo

    VP 4.3 GL conversion to Holley Sniper 2 efi

    I searched on Holley for a marine kit for 75006-1 with no results. I bought the VP 21533400 after showing it cross referenced with my engine, 4.3 GL-A. We’ll see how it matches up with the parts in the carb I have and go from there.
  5. Mi_fiveo

    VP 4.3 GL conversion to Holley Sniper 2 efi

    Appreciate the help, will try that out. I’ll post up results when I’m able to test it out.
  6. Mi_fiveo

    VP 4.3 GL conversion to Holley Sniper 2 efi

    Thanks for the tip, I have some to try that and make sure the passages are clean. I’ve seen two different recommendations on the size of the power valve, either 2.5 or 4.5 for the 4.3 GL-A engine. Not sure which is correct and what comes with the kit I ordered. One picture of the kit has two...
  7. Mi_fiveo

    VP 4.3 GL conversion to Holley Sniper 2 efi

    Thanks I’ll probably dig into it soon. The boat is in storage until April so I can’t test it out after the rebuild right away. I did get the real VP carb kit as all of the Holley ones didn’t match up with my carb number 75006-1. I’ll inspect the float for any damage, not sure what else to look...
  8. Mi_fiveo

    VP 4.3 GL conversion to Holley Sniper 2 efi

    Thank you for the insight. Every time I think I have it fixed it works for awhile and then suddenly boom it dies and won’t restart. Hoping this carb rebuild is the answer. I don’t think it’s ever been rebuilt since 2002 because the paint was all intact around the carb and when I removed it the...
  9. Mi_fiveo

    VP 4.3 GL conversion to Holley Sniper 2 efi

    I just dislike carbs. Been having issues with the engine dying on acceleration and then hard to restart. Replaced the fuel pump, ignition control module and coil. Still have to pull and inspect the fuel pickup and anti syphon valve. I have the carb pulled off to rebuild it and I put some mineral...
  10. Mi_fiveo

    VP 4.3 GL conversion to Holley Sniper 2 efi

    Can’t find much info on this but I’d like to know more if anyone has experience with it? All I can figure so far is the low pressure fuel pump would need to be replaced with something high pressure to use the Holley sniper 2. Anyone have any thoughts?
  11. Mi_fiveo

    Checking oil level confusion.

    If I check my oil level on the trailer with the boat pretty much level it shows between the marks on the dipstick. If I check it when the boat is on the water, I’m over the full line because my boat sits very bow high in the water. The pic shows how far off level it sits in the water. Which is...
  12. Mi_fiveo

    Oil pressure sender fitting broke off.

    While attempting to remove my oil pressure sender to replace it, I somehow broke the elbow fitting off. The entire assembly had been painted red and it snapped instead of breaking free from the adapter. I removed the adapter from the engine and tried to remove the broken piece with an easy out...
  13. Mi_fiveo

    VP Cobra SX sporadic gear engagement

    Last year my 02 VP Cobra SX outdrive was working without issues. At the end of the season I replaced the gear oil and used the recommended Mobil 1 75/90. The oil is about halfway up the dipstick. I also removed the outdrive and replaced both bellows. I took a picture of the shift cable adjuster...
  14. Mi_fiveo

    Starcraft Islander steering

    Need help choosing a rotary steering system I’m looking at replacing the steering system on my 2002 Starcraft Islander 4.3l with power steering. There is a lot of play back and forth in the steering wheel and the cable seems like it should be replaced. Which Seastar rotary system is correct for...
  15. Mi_fiveo

    Water pump housing

    Pulled my water pump housing to replace my impeller. Noticed some wear grooves in the housing. Should I replace it or leave it alone?
  16. Mi_fiveo

    4.3 GL-A water drain locations

    I’m following the manual to drain my Volvo Penta 4.3 GL-A for winter storage. Some of the pictures in the manual do not match what I see on the engine. On the exhaust manifolds it shows a hose that I have to remove but mine has some kind of drain valve. I removed the plugs and water drained from...
  17. Mi_fiveo

    Obsolete spark plug wires?

    I’m trying to find replacement spark plug wires for my 1999 Evinrude 9.9 hp 4 stroke with optical ignition. Model E10el4eeb. The spark plug wires according to part diagrams are 585092. They show obsolete and I cannot find a replacement part anywhere. They are approximately 17” long and have a 90...
  18. Mi_fiveo

    Starcraft Islander 22’ with 4.3l prop recommendation

    I’d like to upgrade the prop on my fishing boat. It’s a 22’ Starcraft Islander with 4.3l Volvo Penta Cobra SX outdrive. It currently has a 3 blade prop and I can’t remember the size. I’m looking for a prop to get the best cruising speed with decent gas mileage. I prefer to run it under max...
  19. Mi_fiveo

    Cdi Electronics power coil

    Using the application guide on the cdi electronics website, they tell me I need power coil 113-4783 to replace the power coil on my Evinrude model E10EL4EEB (1999 9.9 hp 4 Stroke with electric start) That cdi power coil does not have the optical sensor and it also has two wires for attachment to...
  20. Mi_fiveo

    Need help sorting out electrical demons

    Per my other posts I’m trying to get the Evinrude 9.9 running. When I test for spark it is very intermittent with the key turned and seems to spark right as I let off of the key. I tested voltage at the key and found 12.7. It dropped to 10ish when the key was turned to start. If I unplug the red...
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