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    Installing coupler

    Anyone? Maybe have a pic ?
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    Installing coupler

    I purchased a new coupler, the only one I could find for the 7.4 was the one that bolts to the crankshaft with the crankshaft/flywheel bolts.
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    Installing coupler

    I am replacing the engine in my Chaprral Sunests, I am installing a new 7.4 liter, the flywheel is already installed on the engine with bolts, I have a new coupler ob I have to remove the bolts, would I be better off installing studs if so what size, or purchasing longer grade 8 bolts and run...
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    Insurance for older boats

    You can insure for an "Agreed Value" with most insurance companies. Keep in mind you will have to pay an extra premium for this
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    1999 Chaparral Sunesta 232 VP sx duoprop

    Thank you very much!
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    1999 Chaparral Sunesta 232 VP sx duoprop

    Thank you, i am referring to the transom plate bolts. Was or is there a style that required Orings? I have the new “rope” gasket to seal the outer shield to transom
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    1999 Chaparral Sunesta 232 VP sx duoprop

    Hi all, it has been a while. I purchased this boat in Florida, real cheap.... Only 185 Hours on boat and drive. I know the engine was bad as it sat on a lift for 6 years and they never drained the water out of the block or the manifolds. Engine was locked major rust in 2 cylinders due to...
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    98 mercruiser 4.3 Webber 4 barrel dying

    Like post says, motor will run hesitate, sputter , rev , then die. Has electric fuel pump, put power to it it pumps every time, put a voltmeter on it and seems to have constant power while running. Changed fuel water separator checked no water, checked check valve, pick up tube, clean no...
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    Volvo penta sx trim manifold removal

    Like post says I cannot get trim manifold off, lines were corroded , I cut ends went to take off ends and threads came with it. I took off the nut , can't get anything inside to remove the inner lines. There has to be a trick..... thanks in advance
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    Alpha one gen 2 drive oil leak

    I have a alpha one gen 2 that is leaking drive oil into u joint bellow, It pressure tests good, any ideas? Getting frustrated
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    new engine Crate motor??? 5.7 Gm

    Can I order a new crate motor from JEGS? If so which one, truck? what will have a similar cam? I will change head gaskets, it seems weird that I can purchase a new engine way cheaper than a rebuilt,,,,,,,, Advise appreciated
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    what manual should i purchase?

    I have a 97 Chaparral sunesta, looking for a good manual, suggestions? Repair Manual with tolerances etc.. Thanks in advance
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    Volvo Penta 5.7 GL Drive will not come off

    Hi , new to me project boat Chaparral sunesta 232. Trying to pull the drive so I can pull the engine. Shift cable disconnected, rams disconnected, six bolts off. This thing wont budge, I don't want to break anything. I tried using the rams to no avail, Please any advise would be greatly...
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    Inflatable tube seam repair ?'s

    Over the years we have accumulated many inflatables, most well over $400.00 I am careful and dry and put in totes in garage when not in use. I seem to have a problem with some of the seams cracking on two tubes. They are both "half pipes" one one person and one two. I have only used them 4...
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    Ok Getting ready to rehab my Spectrum Some ????s

    Re: Ok Getting ready to rehab my Spectrum Some ????s Got the back "casting deck" figured out. I also got it all sealed up. Picked up the carpet, Starting to look like a boat again!!
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