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    Merc 807757T V8 Idler Pulley

    Hi, I know i am not supposed to reply to the old threads but might help someone who is looking for the pulley replacement (like me) New Dayco P/N is 89009
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    Strange ticking rattling on 4.3 V6

    2005 approx 400hrs
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    Strange ticking rattling on 4.3 V6

    Hello boating friends, Finally on the water but after 1st start I’ve noticed strange ticking / rattling only @ idle. Any ideas will be appreciated …
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    V6, Uneven water flow from the port side, right side is normal exhaust + warm water

    Thank you guys I was just unsure about that seeing that for the 1st time ..
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    V6, Uneven water flow from the port side, right side is normal exhaust + warm water

    Hello before the season running on muffs after the winter I’ve noticed , Uneven water flow from the port side, right side is normal exhaust + warm water I think always like steer side ?
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    Alignment question chasing the marks or slide the tool

    Hello Folks, alignment question. I’ve got more even marks on top than on the bottom but the tool slides in and out easily. Chase the marks or send it?! take care
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    Side to Side play on wheel

    That’s the play when engine is off , almost the same when running
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    New valve cover gaskets and still leaking V6 4.3

    I think it wasn’t open since the factory so low chance for RTV clogging… but will use wire maybe vacuum suction pump thanks for tips… So for now: 1. Removing covers and check on the class if it’s strsight 2. Clean / check drain holes 3. Use little of RTV on the gasket
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    New valve cover gaskets and still leaking V6 4.3

    Thanks I will have busy week but next step is to remove covers.. I will try to blow some compressed air maybe to this galleys… I’m not a big fan of RTV but will try to use it…
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    New valve cover gaskets and still leaking V6 4.3

    Can I reuse my gaskets? I’m not from US and it take a while for me to import it from US. This Fel-Pros are quite new… @Scott06 , RTV around head bolts you mean on the rubber grommet? @alldodge , you mean to clean this oil galleys? Where are they? Do you have a picture ? Last winter when...
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    New valve cover gaskets and still leaking V6 4.3

    Hi again short update, spent whole day chasing the leak… and it’s from the valve cover…. I don’t know why, retorqueing and still same… it’s leaking when 3000rpms and more, especially WOT… When replacing I just cleaned with scotch pad to smooth the surface… Any ideas? Check the covers on the...
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    Intake manifold gasket replacement advice and tips

    So now it looks like more like winter project for me not an easy fix….
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    Intake manifold gasket replacement advice and tips

    I have something like this, don’t have mechanic's straightedge All the best
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    Intake manifold gasket replacement advice and tips

    Ok sorry just asking. How to check valve covers if it’s flat I think I can put it on the flat glass and check it. But how to check intake ?
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    Intake manifold gasket replacement advice and tips

    you mean valve covers?
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    Intake manifold gasket replacement advice and tips

    In my thread, I think you remember it : I’ve found leak along the intake manifold, please have a look it looks like intake. I’ve got new valve cover gaskets . Post in thread 'New valve cover gaskets and still leaking V6 4.3'...
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    Intake manifold gasket replacement advice and tips

    Good morning guys, I would like to ask You about some advice from You guys when replacing the intake manifold gaskets. Finally I’ve found the leak in my 4.3L from 2005, The oil leaks from the intake manifolds and I have to replace the gaskets I want to buy felpro replacement gasket. It...
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    Side to Side play on wheel

    Hello I’ve got Alpha 1 Gen 2 from 2005. Boat has a play when moving from left to right, how much play is acceptable ? I can see steering cable connected to the cylinder at the transom and a nut, should I tighten it all the way in?? There is CAUTION mark there ??
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    New valve cover gaskets and still leaking V6 4.3

    Good old school trick with talk shows it’s manifolds… I forgot my inch sockets to retorque but already ordered new gaskets …
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    New valve cover gaskets and still leaking V6 4.3

    Lucky You…. Oldie goldie!!
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