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The dealer showed it to be model number 42410PLUU which is a 4.3L Alpha MPI. How did you learn the hard way about the spark plugs? What were your symptoms?
Woud this cooking occur if the engine wasn't running? It slipped off the end of a dock lift when a cable snapped. The trim pump appears to operating normally.
Thanks for the response. It was submerged in fresh water for about 12 hours and was immediately serviced. The following items were replaced or performed at that time:
Water drained
Oil and filter replaced
Starter replaced
Alternator replaced
Distributor Cap replaced
Gas tank drained
Water...
Boat Background:
2018 Chaparral H20 Sport with 4.3 Mercruiser MPI ECT with 36 hours
The rear of the boat was partially submerged in fresh water for approximately 12 hours in December 2022. It was immediately taken in for service where the following steps were taken, and parts were replaced:
Oil...
