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    Are my props causing all my problems?

    I have one more question... I don't see anywhere to hook up my vacuum gauge to the intake other than a plug where I believe I could install a port on the intake. Is that what I need to do and if so, is there a specific port to install? Thanks
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    Are my props causing all my problems?

    ok fellas. I have an update. I've found the coil and the ignition control module inside the distributor to be bad. The distributor is mechanical advance. I replace with pertronix and set the timing to 8 degrees BTDC. No more hard to start symptoms and no more missing or stumble. Also, I took...
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    Are my props causing all my problems?

    Ok. Thank you. I’ve done a compression test, numbers at the bottom, but haven’t even thought of a manifold vacuum test. I assume the manifold should hold vacuum correct? Cylinders 1,2,3 - 135 5,6 - 130 4,7,8 - 120
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    Are my props causing all my problems?

    I still need to check timing and if it’s advancing.
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    Are my props causing all my problems?

    MOTOR READS 388 hrs. All new spark plugs last year. Spark plug report. #2 too clean, doesn’t look like it’s burning at all. #4 covered in carbon. All others healthy burn. Ohmed them and all checked out. One questionable spark plug wire…#4 ohmed out at 10.84. All others were 8 or below...
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    Are my props causing all my problems?

    Okidokie. Thank you. I’ll check those things this weekend and give y’all an update.
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    Are my props causing all my problems?

    Thank you. I’ll get back to you after I check compression and ignition parts. Just put a Holley carb kit in it. It idles and revs great until it’s put under a load. Again, thank you for your suggestions.
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    Are my props causing all my problems?

    Hello, Terry Here. Just got back from another failed attempt at running this boat. Looking for some help or suggestions. 1st Symptom: Can’t get it to plane. Bogging down and popping at the carb. Fuel system: Holley 2300 2bbl fresh rebuild and cleaning, fresh fuel, new fuel pump, fuel/water...
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    1995 Volvo Penta 5.0FL DP-C AQ 190

    Hello, Terry Here. Just got back from another failed attempt at running this boat. Looking for some help or suggestions. 1st Symptom: Can’t get it to plane. Bogging down and popping at the carb. Fuel system: Holley 2300 2bbl fresh rebuild and cleaning, fresh fuel, new fuel pump, fuel/water...
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