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    jimn replied to the thread “Pre alpha” leak.
    The O-ring distorts and fits into the area as well as it can, but since the back edge isn't smooth, it may hold pressure for awhile...
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    805HD replied to the thread “Pre alpha” leak.
    Well, the surface could definitely be cleaner. I’ll pull her back apart and take a better look. I just hit it with scotch brite the...
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    805HD replied to the thread “Pre alpha” leak.
    It’s for sure coming from behind the carrier.. I think ghost is onto something..
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    Droid replied to the thread “Pre alpha” leak.
    Have you separated the upper from the lower? Obviously you have the 2 units mated during the pressure test. Oil leaking from the bottom...
  • kghost
    kghost replied to the thread “Pre alpha” leak.
    """Pulled carrier a second time cleaned and inspected bore, looked good.""" What exactly is LOOKED GOOD? I have had many drives apart...
  • kghost
    kghost replied to the thread Thermostat parts.
    As far as part fitment goes, We are unable to see the condition of the housing. Is it full of rust scale? The cast iron could have...
  • kghost
    kghost replied to the thread Thermostat parts.
    FYI, There is a reason for a 140* thermostat to be used in a RAW water cooled Marine engine, It is to help keep the salt in salt water...
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    wlin98004 replied to the thread Running issue with 2008 BF225 with 1000 hours..
    Good new. A local marine mechanic pointed me to the Idle Air Control (IAC). It is a valve at the top of the engine and it is super...
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  • kghost
    kghost replied to the thread Thermostat parts.
    Link for this web site for YOUR ENGINE 350 ci 260 HP1988-1995 SERIAL NUMBERS - GM-350-V8-19881995 (0b525982-thru-0f600999)...
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    kghost replied to the thread Thermostat parts.
    WRONG WRONG WRONG AUTO vs MARINE for many things are not the same. DO NOT EQUATE these two in the future you will end up with serious...
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    805HD posted the thread “Pre alpha” leak in Mercruiser Sterndrive Forum.
    1975 pre alpha drive randomly started leaking gear lube from the bearing carrier at the prop shaft. The leak appears to be coming out...
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    18Warrior replied to the thread Thermostat parts.
    I searched for a plate by the starter and on the bellhousing. I couldn't find one.
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    18Warrior replied to the thread Thermostat parts.
    I've read on a few different sites that the 160* stat will bring the temp closer to what the engines run better at, and give slightly...
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    William01 replied to the thread 2003 yamaha 90 4 stroke hesitation at mid throttle.
    Spark plugs?
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    Droid replied to the thread Prop continuity washer.
    You're welcome
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