Recent content by Andy J

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    3.0 L Ignition Timing Question

    I have a OMC 3.0L model 302AMFTC engine and need clarification on where to properly set the timing. My SELOC manual says 6 BTDC but I have seen other charts at 0 degrees. I am running 87 octane non-ethanol fuel and some charts have the timing set different depending on octane. There is so much...
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    Squealing noise in neutral

    Finally had time to remove the sterndrive today and found the source of my squeal...... First time installing a sterndrive mistake! Bell housing seal was caught between bearing and spline shaft. At least no damage was done, Guess will have to keep nose more centered next time. From what I...
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    Squealing noise in neutral

    Finally got the sterndrive on after a lower shift cable issue with the help from everyone here. Replaced the lower impeller unit as it was damaged and pulled the engine as parts were missing from the rear engine mount hardware. Put all back together and checked alignment with alignment tool and...
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    MC1 Shifts into Reverse but no Forward

    I have the same problem with most of the manuals linked in this forum. Here is a example when I try to open links, all I get is the cover page with no contents. Anyone have this problem besides me? Cover page only
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    MC1 Shifts into Reverse but no Forward

    Bt, that is a nice reference manual very detailed thanks. This is what I was able to find regarding the rear mounts. I appear to be missing "F" the fiber washer. I have a couple of questions- - My sterndrive is a MC-1 serial 3418026 , the manual you provided is for Alpha/Bravo. Does the MC-1...
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    I need a new fuel pump

    I am new to boating and have the same problem finding a replacement and don't want to create a bomb..... I purchased my first boat 5 weeks ago so still learning alot, the previous owner installed a electric pump to bypass the failed mechanical one. My engine is a OMC 302amftc model with a Carter...
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    MC1 Shifts into Reverse but no Forward

    BT, Thanks for the exploded view. After posting the last pict's I looked closer and there is a rubber washer I dug it out. I have the larger washer but not the smaller one #49, do you think I can survive without it? Also the center of the lower water pump housing is melted and needs...
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    MC1 Shifts into Reverse but no Forward

    This is how I found it during disassembly, according to your info it's incorrect. This is how the Bellville or spring washer was installed, no rubber gasket underneath. Brass shift shaft with thin washer placement Thin washer took shape of Bellville, the cotter pin left dents, was in a...
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    MC1 Shifts into Reverse but no Forward

    Hey everyone, been a while since I posted as trying to fix stuff on my own instead of asking a bunch of Newbie questions.... Put the boat in the lake this morning, backed off the trailer fine then no forward. Gave up and brought back home to find not shifting into forward. Here is what I...
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    What's this Accessory on my MC-1 Sterndrive?

    Another question as I still have so much to learn about boats..... This is a Pict of my MC-1 Sterndrive which has horizontal fin added to it which doesn't appear OEM from all the photo's I have seen. What is the purpose of this? Thanks, Andy J
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    My First Boat- 1972 Winner Inboard

    This is the problem I have trying to search for info for my Bimini as the tops come up as results. The boat originally had a Bimini top also but not now. The plywood bench was added by a previous owner and not original, I would like to eventually get it back to original as the bench is big and...
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    Mercruiser lever won't stay in place - Throttle

    It's me again... Boat Newbie with many questions so I appreciate everyone's help and patience. My control lever will not stay in position and engine goes back to idle unless help in place . I have dug around for a couple weeks and tried everything I have read but no change (tightening set...
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    My First Boat- 1972 Winner Inboard

    The interior flooring and side panels appears to be original, seats have been re-covered. I would eventually like to get rid of the rear bench/deck that someone added to get the boat back to original. Anyone know of a boat salvage yard or somewhere I could find the original engine cowl? Thanks...
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    Newbie- First Boat

    Hello Everyone, We purchased a 1972 Winner Bimini a few weeks ago which is my first boat. I have been searching several weeks to figure out what I have and how to maintain it which most came from this forum. Here is what I know about the boat- - 1972 Winner Bimini Inboard - Previous owner...
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    My First Boat- 1972 Winner Inboard

    I have been reading through this forum for 2 weeks trying to find info on my new old 1972 Winner Bimini which we purchased 3 weeks ago, so much information here! I have worked on automobiles for 30 years and this is my first boat, much different and hard to find information on it. I have tons...
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