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    Alpha one turning right knock

    96 transom with gen II alpha one 5.7l The boat runs great but when turning to the right it sounds like a ujoint knock but nothing when turning left, weird. I pulled the drive for inspection and motor alignment check. The u-joints look new. I plan to replace the gimbal and ujoints regards of...
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    3.7L,470,4cyl:1987 Boat, can I use a 1984 outdrive

    I have the great 3.7L 170hp 4 banger... It is running great but my outdrive was not shifting properly. I attained a slightly older alpha one outdrive from 1984. I installed it and noticed that the discharge water was mainly coming from the right side and a little whole below the water...
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    3.7L Merc, replace a 1987 with a 1984, is it possible

    I have a 1987 3.7L 165hp 4cyl 224ci merc that is not rebuildable, I found a boat with a 1984 3.7L 170hp 4cyl 224 that runs good. Are there any changes that I have to worry about if i make this transplant. Thanks In Advance, Shawn
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    Merc 3.7L, 165hp, Power Expectation

    Hello All; I have a Sunbird 1987, 18ft Eurosport I, merc 3.7L, 1987, 165hp, 4cyc. with the alpha one drive. <br /><br />The boat weights 2300lbs, I wondering what kind of performance I should expect. Assuming the engine is running in top condition.<br /><br />Will it have a hard time pulling a...
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    Replacing Trim Limiting Switch

    Hello All; I have Sunbird 1987, 18ft Eurosport I, merc 3.7L, 1987, 165hp, 4cyc. with the alpha one drive.<br /><br />Why I think I need to replace the trim limiting switch.: I figured out that my Trim Limiting Switch was faulty with I placed the outdrive in the full down position and checked for...
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    Boat Painting in Western NY

    Does any one know of anyone that paints boats in Western New York?<br /><br />I am going to do most of prep work, I just want to have the boat painted in a paint booth.<br /><br />Thanks in Advance,<br />Shawn
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    Dry Gas Usage

    I did a search on Dry Gas and I did not much.<br /><br />I know that Dry Gas makes your engine run a little hotter. <br /><br />I know you can put a water separator on the fuel line.<br /><br />Do people just no like Dry Gas?<br /><br />I was thinking of running a can dry gas everyother tank...
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    Question Replacing Coil w/ External Resistor Label

    Engine Info: 1987 Mercruiser, 165HP, 3.7L, 224CI<br /><br />I want to replace the coil for preventative manitance. When I recieved the coil I noticed that the coil stated "Use when external resistor".<br /><br />I reviewed the schematic for the engine and noticed there is wire that run between...
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    What throttle Contol to Buy?

    I am having troubles with my throttle control. <br /><br />I know that they can be use across the board. <br /><br />What do people recommend?<br /><br /> http://www.teleflexmarine.com/library/instructionmanuals/ISCH1700.PDF <br /><br /><br />Thanks,<br />Shawn
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    Marine Plywood To Seal or Not To Seal

    I have been reading alot about sealing pressure treated plywood. <br /><br />Do you have to seal marine grade plywood? I am rebuilting some panels on my boat and I was wondering if had to seal my marine grade plywood.<br /><br />What would place recommend using?<br /><br />Thanks in...
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    Throttle Only Feature Broken

    I am taking Don S advice and I need to repair the throttle only button (the button does not move at all). I believe this will allow me to crank over the motor and give the engine throttle at the same. I am new to boats, but not new to mechanics. <br /><br />I have a 87 Sunbird, 3.7L...
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    Engine wants to start, but will not;, 3.7L, 4Cyl. Merc.

    1987, Sunbird, Eurosport, 18ft, 165 hp, 3.7L, 224CI, Merc, Alpha One I/O, Straight 4<br /><br />I just purhased the boat, I was able to get the engine running before I purchased the boat.<br /><br />I brought the boat home and ran the motor again with no problem.<br /><br />Then I power washed...
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    Trim Problem, Down Ok, Trailer OK, No UP

    I have been having one problem after another.<br /><br />Yes I am new to boating owner and I purchased an old boat, so I was excepting to be putting money and time into the boat.<br /><br />When I purchased the boat the trim worked fine, I power washed the interior because it was nasty.<br /><br...
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    Setting the Points on a 3.7L Merc

    Last night I replaced the points on my 87, 3.7L, 165hp, 224CI straight 4 motor. I never set the points before and I looking for some advice on setting the gap. I was unable to get the engine running.<br /><br />I set the gap bye turning the engine so that the points were on the high side of...
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    Bent Fin on the Out Drive

    Well, my luck or lack of luck is not with me. I just purchased this boat and brought it home. There were no mechanical problems. My friend came over and wanted to sit the captain’s seat. I had the out drive down to run the motor for a few minutes. He accidentally hit the trim down button...
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    Spring First Start 3.7L merc

    I am going to look at a boat to purchase this weekend; 1987 Sunbird Eurosport I 18', 3.7L 165hp, $~2G. New battery, all the ropes, jackets and the out drive was rebuilt 2 years ago (new U-joints, impeller, and seals), and more more extras.<br /><br />The boat was winterized by the marina and I...
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    Hard Steering at High Speeds

    Hello to everyone at iboats. I am new to the forum and new to the sport of boating.<br /><br />I recently purchased a 87 sunbird eurosport with a merc 3.7L 165hp motor. I purchased the boat for 2G and I think the boat is in good condition but needs a little TLC. I know of one issue with the...
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