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    Engine thump noise then full stop

    The engine not cranking has nothing to do with the condition of the drive. Do not take it off just yet, start with the engine diagnosis first.
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    Water leaking from Impeller housing

    Technically its the top right circular piece that went bad but it is common to replace all the pieces seen while you have it apart.
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    Oil capacity and accuracy of dipstick questions, 2017 VP V6-200-J

    Help me understand how a high oil level would cause the spark plugs to foul.
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    Groove on Input Shaft Stopping from Passing through Gimbal

    I`d try some emory cloth to polish up the shaft surface. Much like a trailer bearing is smoothed out when nicked.
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    Water leaking from Impeller housing

    The circular spring shaft seal on the back side of the pump needs to be replaced.
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    SX-A Gear Oil Question

    Amsoil marine gear lube is what I use. I just order it directly from them. Usally arrives quick.
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    Gimbal Install Help

    I just did mine this year. If you can get a finger between the back side of the bearing and the housing, I think it needs to go in a little bit further. I experienced the same while doing mine and hit it with a small sledge a few more times and it closed the gap. Hopefully you greased the...
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    2001 sx dp-s hard to find neutral

    Take off the shroud and disconnect the linkage. Try moving the shift mechanism by hand, Neutral should be a solid stop between forward and reverse. Put shifter in the neutral position and re-adjust the linkage to fit the drives neutral setting. Hopefully that helps.
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    FWD Drive Oil Leak

    While not familiar with the forward drive, I would suspect based on what you state that the O rings on the drain screw needs replaced. I would try that first before tearing too far into it. Might be a cheap fix.
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    Pink Super Tech (Walmart) -50 RV and Marine ok for engine?? I always thought NO...??

    I`ve used it for several years and have had no problems so far. I live in central Indiana so it can get pretty cold at times.
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    Do you have a DIY vacuum / pressure tester?

    Check ebay. I bought my pressure and vacuum tester there. Used but still functional and much cheaper than buying new.
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    Volvo DP-SM water in oil

    I found my pressure and vacuum testers on ebay used, but they still work well and were significantly cheaper than buying new.
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    Volvo DP-SM water in oil

    Possibly a propeller shaft seal going bad. You need to pressure and vacuum test on the unit to see exactly where the leak is coming from.
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    Question about paint chips in fuel system

    Prop pitch can play into engine not getting to full RPM`s. Might consider looking there before tearing into engine.
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    Water pump leak?

    It`s not advisable to run the engine with the drive in the up position. Very hard on the U joints.
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