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    2005 v/p dp sm drive bangs into gear and hard to return to neutral

    i have this boat with the issue above. the shift cable was definitely worn out and i replaced it. originally i had the nut adjusted all the way in to the end of the threads, now it is at mid travel and shifting is definitely better than it was before but still banging into gear like i was going...
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    can anyone tell me why they used 2 different y pipes on the 98 4.3 engines 1 piece manifold and 2 piece ?

    i have a boat with a damaged y pipe and it has a 1 piece manifolds(batwing). the pipes are different depending on set up and i am trying to figure out if i can get away with using the 2 piece design. i know the manifolds are most likely toast so please save the comments. i can only guide the...
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    mercruiser alpha gen 2 transom gasket- glue or no glue?

    im replacing the gimbal assy on a boat and i used bellows adhesive to hold the gasket into the groove of the gimbal housing but should i also be adding glue to the seal when it is installed against the transom? i looked in the manual and it does not specify any sealant/glue but i would like to...
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    how much water should an alpha gen II push to the therm housing?

    i have a 1990 4.3 merc and its overheating. i replaced the thermostat, manifolds and the impeller assy. the water flows to the therm but not a heavy flow, i know it is pushing water through a 3./4" hose to a 1" so the flow should be less but im still thinking it may be an issue. otherwise i am...
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    how do you run an OMC TUFM-21C out of the water?

    this antique is all new to me. i have no idea how to run this on land. anyone remember ? i just googled it and apparently it is an OMC stringer
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    how important is it to change the water intake hose on a bravo if the hose checks out fine ?

    i need to do the bellows on my 2004 merc with a bravo3 set up but i just cant get to the back of this thing to take it apart on the inside. the hose looks fine, no cracking, the inside from what i see looks to be in great shape as well. do you guys always change the hose every time the bellows...
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    i need help identifying which flywheel housing bushings i have

    i have a 2007 searay 5.7 MPI engine, ow027371 the engine was out of the boat when i got it so i do not know if i need the spring washers under the bushings or these bushings are the new style, i did not find any of the spring washers in with the hardware so i need to identify this way.
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    oil leaking out of water intake alpha 1 gen II

    i found a gear oil drip from the water intake vents on a gen Ii drive while in the trailer position. removed the drive and drined the case, pressure tested the unit and found no leaks @ any pressure, 15lbs, 10lbs, 8lbs & 5 is it possible the leaks are not showing up because the unit is in my...
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    what is the difference between a 4.3 Gen II engine and a gen + engine

    hi all, im trying to order parts and get torque specs on an engine and they are giving different torque yields based on the 2 different descriptions, i have no serial # to look it up, i know the boat is a 99 and the engine is a 4.3 vortec with balance shaft
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    Recommendations for bilge pump

    <p> i had to pull the engine out of a 2002 24ft searay to replace the cool fuel pump assembly and want to change out the the bilge pump/float system since they are non accessible with the engine in place. the boat has a rule pump 1100gph with a Rule a matic plus float switch. this unit is...
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    2004 merc 350 MPI riser question

    <p> i have a 2004 merc MPI engine and i believe they are original manifolds/elbow/risers. they all look clean but i will change the manifolds and elbows out regardless but the risers are the question. they look real clean on both sides. do you guys change these all the time or is it on an as...
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