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    Volvo trim sender repair

    I replaced the trim sender a few years ago on my 02 Crownline 239/5.7 GSI/DP and now my trim gauge is working intermittently again. Not dead yet but headed that way. Has anyone taken a sending unit apart to see if it can be cleaned or fixed versus buying another new sender? Anybody have a...
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    Stainless vs plastic smart tabs

    I'm planning to install smart tabs on my Crownline 24' deck boat (volvo 5.7/SX drive) and debating between stainless (ST1290-80) or plastic (SX10512-90). I understand the limitations of the smart tabs vs adjustable trim tabs, but based on my boat use and the lake we frequent, the smart tabs are...
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    volvo 5.7 GS erratic oil pressure reading

    Engine is a 5.7GS in 2000 Monterey 240. Engine runs great- no issues with starting or performance. Engine isn't burning oil. Oil still looks close to new (color) after 10 hours since change. Oil presuure reading is erratic- sometimes pressure drops as engine RPMs increase which seems odd...
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    sea pump impeller question (Volvo 5.7)

    Before taking my boat (2000 Monterey 240/ 5.7 Volvo SX) out yesterday, I replaced the sea pump impeller. Pump was working fine but I had not replaced the impeller since I bought the boat a few months ago. Overall, very simple job. After replacing the impeller, put the muffs on the outdrive...
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    fuel tank sender

    The fuel guage on my boat (2000 Monterey 240) always reads 3/4 to 7/8 full regardless of actual fuel level. Gauge checked OK by grounding. Pulled fuel sender and it moved freely but moving donut up and down shaft doesn't change gauge. Assuming I need a new sender, do I need to get another...
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    plastic seat base material

    I lost one of the seats out of my 2000 Monterey Explorer so now I need to replace the entire seat including the base. The original seat base is a thick white plastic (probably 3/4" thick). Anybody know where I can buy the seat base plastic?
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    2000 Volvo 5.7 GS performance upgrades

    I'm looking for information on performance upgrades for a 2000 Volvo 5.7GS with SX outdrive. Engine is in a 24' deckboat (approximate weight 4700 with fuel and people). Stock GS engine uses a two barrel Holley carb- not sure on CFM. 1. Will stock cam allow for much improvement with change...
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    Mercruiser 5.0 MPI to 5.7 MPI

    Currently running 03 5.0 MPI Bravo 1 in 21' Four Winns. Engine getting tired so I'm considering upgrade to 5.7. Prefer to build an engine instead of buy complete but cannot find data on engine specionss to duplicate stock 5.7 MPI longblock. Looking for valve sizes, head cc, camshaft...
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    Thompson Calae

    I'm considering purchase of a 96 Thompson Calae 2600. It is a 26' mid cabin (small cuddy with an open bow) with a 7.4 Bravo 3 mercruiser. Any opinions on this boat manufacturer or configuration? Also, what is best resource for a realistic value on this boat. Thanks.
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