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

    never had s problem before, i run sierra synthetic blend Sierra High Performance Synthetic Gear Lube FAQ Features: Color: Blue/Green GL-5 Rated Weight: 80W-90 Replaces: Mallory 9-82501 Mercury (Quicksilver) Hi-Performance Blend ,92-858064Q01 OMC (System Matched) Ultra-HPF Blend...
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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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    sterndrive pressure test

    ha, didnt catch that till you mentioned it., i was shocked to see Ricardo back on the site, now it makes sense
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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?

    thank you
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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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    Needed 10 Pin MALE connector pig tail for1987 - 1995 350 Carbed Alpha One Gen 1-for remote engine starter rig

    NICELY DONE. i am doing a similar set up but building it into a pelican box for easy transporting/storage
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    Needed 10 Pin MALE connector pig tail for1987 - 1995 350 Carbed Alpha One Gen 1-for remote engine starter rig

    you are also going to need 1 merc engine side plug and 1 v/p boat side plug to make an adaptor harness so you can use the same break out box for both engine types. at least thats what i am doing this winter.
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    New Long block will not accelerate

    i second alldodge, also check the grounds. make sure all the grounds are good, and tight. if the mechanic scanned the system and all indicators came back ok, then its highly doubtful its the ecm.
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    Power steering problem diagnosis

    not a big deal, if the cable is in fact hte issue, there should be a part # on it about 3' from the end. that part # will easily convert to a cable from teleflex or other. if no # is found ,the cable needs to be measured. go to teleflex site for instructions or check out this...
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    3.0 tks and alpha one overheating problem..

    if the pipe from the impeller housing melted, you are definetly dealing with some sort of obstruction in the drive. pull the drive and inspect the cavity below and around the impeller. then pull the cap off of the top of the unit and look for obstructions in the upper section, after that, check...
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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?

    ok, so im an ass. i went back to the boat yesterday and dammit if it isnt a chevy engine. i think i just got it into my head that a blue motor was a chrysler, based on some old boats ive come across in the past. since i did not have to do any work on the motor, i really didnt give it a good...
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    how do you run an OMC TUFM-21C out of the water?

    yes its a 73 slick craft and yes its a chrysler engine
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    how do you run an OMC TUFM-21C out of the water?

    i do not see anywhere to attach a hose to this thing. it is a chrysler motor, and it is a 1973 225 model
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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 ?

    thanks
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    Mercury MPI 5.0 stalling when put in gear,

    reread his 1st post #1
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    Sierra water pump

    WOW, 4 posts and already so upetty
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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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