Which Volvo manual to get?

[randyo]

Today, I purchased a 1997 Glastron SE175 with a V6 4.3L Volvo Penta. This is my first boat and needless to say, Im very excited. I had a mechanic test out the engine/outdrive and he says pretty much everything is in order.<br /><br />However, Id like to buy a good repair manual so that I can do basic things. For example, the mechanic suggested I change the gaskets on the risers. Which book would be the best for these types of things? OEM or aftermarket?<br /><br />I searched the forum, but did not find a definitive answer. Thanks in advance!

 

[randyo]

Re: Which Volvo manual to get?

Is this the one I should get?<br />Link to Clymer on Amazon<br /><br />I'd like to change the risers sooner rather than later. Thanks!

 

[Wotknot]

Re: Which Volvo manual to get?

I'd personally get the OEM if you can and a Seloc next. Clymer's have a little to be desired.

 

[randyo]

Re: Which Volvo manual to get?

Thanks WotKnot!<br /><br />I have the Owners Manual that came with it. Im assuming that there is a separate OEM repair manual. However, I cant find it anywhere!<br /><br />Anyone have a link to where I can purchase OEM volvo manuals?

 

[randyo]

Re: Which Volvo manual to get?

All I can find are Seloc and Clymer manuals:<br /><br /> http://www.iboats.com/boatproducts/mallsearch/volvo_manual/ <br /> http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/search-handle-form/002-6958794-8935249 <br /> http://www.themotorbookstore.com/volrepman.html <br /> http://www.repairmanual.com/marine/12 <br /><br />Can anyone provide a link?

 

[jimi]

Re: Which Volvo manual to get?

I just got this e-mail from volvo canada on the very subject<br /><br />The workshop manuals can be ordered through your local Volvo Penta service center. If you need further assistance with this, please contact Volvo Penta Canada at 1-604-872-7511.<br /><br /> <br /><br />Regards,<br /><br /> <br /><br />Consumer Relations-Gas

 

[Barnacle Boy]

Re: Which Volvo manual to get?

Volvo Dealer locator:<br /><br /> http://www.volvo.com/volvopenta/global/en-gb/applications/dealerlocator/

 

[Don S]

Re: Which Volvo manual to get?

What is the model number of your engine? Should start with 4.3 then have a series of around 5 or more letters.<br />I can get you the manual numbers. <br />Anything but a clymers..........<br />Even the Seloc are ok if all you want is basic tuneup and drive service. Major troubleshooting, drive or engine repair requires the OEM manuals. And there are several for each model year.<br />They were using the OMC method (or the "look here, no, here, no here, maybe here method") for manuals in 97.