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    Fuse Box 1993 280 Carver

    Hey All, I am searching for my fuse box. I have looked everywhere that I can without twisting my back too much. I would appreciate if anyone has this type of boat. It has a helm on the flybridge and the bottom cabin. Thanks
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    Hose From Outdrive Through Bellows

    I just had my outdrives painted and saw the hose from the outdrive leading into the bellows was broken at the junction to the outdrive due to corrosion. Does this hose lead to the engine cooling system? I have been driving the boat without any heating problems for a few months and the hose must...
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    Fuse Box 1993 280 Carver Flybridge

    I am trying to locate the fuse box on my 1993 280 twin engine Carver. Could someone give me a hint?
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    4.3 1993 Volvo Penta Starting and initial Acceleration Struggle

    Had carburetor rebuilt. After pumping the gas about three times then turning the key to start, will start a minute then stall. After the same procedure 3-4 times will start, but if I try to accelerate will stall, If I use the quick start, it will usually keep running. When in idle if I...
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    accelerator pump for 1993 4.3 volvo penta accelerator pump'

    Where is accelerator pump located, electronic fuel pump, 2 barrel carb, 4.3 1993 Volvo Penta? What symptoms if there is a problem with it? Thanks
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    Electronic Fuel Pump Burning Out Frequently

    I have replaced the fuel pump 2 times over the last year. I have only used the boat a few times. One time the mechanic showed me it was heating up. Is anyone aware of a fix for this. 1993 430 Volvo Penta.
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    1993 4.3 Volvo Penta stalls when increasing power over 1400 rpms

    When gears engaged will stall from 1400 rpm and above. If in slip not under load will rise in rpms not when in gear. Recently, rebuilt carb. What could it be,
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    Difficulty keeping engine idle when cold

    When starting the engine, I have to keep revving it up and down o keep the engine running. It will go to 1800 rpm and down to almost 0. If I keep increasing rpm up and down slightly it will eventually stay at an idle of about 900-1200. Hard to keep at a lower idle. This is a 4.3 volvo penta...
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    Stiff Throttle stick and idle adjustments

    The throttle control stick is very stiff, does this mean the throttle cable needs replacing, lubricating, or is there some adjustment. 1993 4.3 engine. Also idle is too low, how to adjust.Thanks
  10. rperla

    1981 305 Crusader Engines Rpm

    Does anyone have these type of engines and/or know what is the approximate safe engine rpm? When I get to 2500 rpm it sounds as if the engines are beginning to labor. I have twin engines with direct drive on a 30 foot Chris Craft.
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    Southern Cal Ocean Local Fishing

    Has anyone had luck this year at Horseshoe Kelp beds? Any other areas good this year, what type of bait and rigs?
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    Over Hanging Bag Bait well

    I am trying to hook up my bait well. originally, before I got the boat, the well was connected by a thru hull intake valve. The faucet is now not working. I am trying to find another way to hook up an intake, otherwise I have to pay to haul out the boat to fix the thru hull connection. Is there...
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    Best Engine Oil for 1981 8 cylinder Crusader 305

    What type of engine oil would you suggest for thes engines. Boat draws raw salt water for cooling. I put about 15 hours on the engines monthly. Use boat in Southern Cal.
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    1981 Chris Craft toilet empty

    When I bought the boat it was not explained. The toilet is barrel shaped. It has an electric switch, I was told that just released cleaning fluid. I can't see hoses going to it unless they are underneath. On the gunnel there is a waste cap. I cannot figure out how the system works. I have been...
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    Is there away to flush raw water inboards?

    I want to keep my engines as clean as possible is there a simple way to flush?
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    laptop gps system

    Can anyone recommend an inexpensive gps system with software for a laptop computer. For marine use.
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    Clean way to transfer gas from container to tank

    May sound like a simple question. Does anyone know of a good siphoning aparatus to transfer gas form a gas can to gas tank while aboard. I was told that there are some clean efficient methods.
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    Using one inboard engine of a twin

    I was considering using my port engine only for cruising and saving gas. I am new to twin engines.My starboard engine has been giving some troubles. The boat is an 81 Chris craft, twin 305.<br />Is using one engine a safety hazard, I know there would be some thrust towards starboard, but could...
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    BOAT HANDLING

    i HAVE A TWIN ENGINE 305 INBOARDS. I AM NEW TO TWIN ENGINES. ONE ENGINE IS STALLING. I AM WONDERING ARE THERE HAZARDS TO CRUISING WITH ONE ENGINE. I AM CONSIDERING SAVING GAS BY USING JUST ONE ENGINE, THE GOOD RUNNING ENGINE IS ON THE PORT SIDE. ANY ADVISE ON THIS TOPIC.
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