My 2004 Chaparral 215 SSi recently had a major leak in the sanitation hose for the cockpit. The position of the outlet port is sometimes below waterline. My leak occurred in a split in the outside bend of a ~12" hose. The split area looked like it had torn or rotted from the inside out. I...
I am trying to obtain the proper schematics and part numbers for rebuilding my 2004 model year outdrive. The outdrive is powered by a VP 5.0L GL-D engine.
The plate on the upper gear housing reads:
Product No. 3868891
Type: SX-M1 Ratio 6.0
Serial Number: 4202088820
I'm not sure if I'm...
My 2004 Volvo Penta 5.0 GL-D with SX drive seems to be leaking somewhere. I am suspecting that the leak is in the bellows area as I cannot see any other place on the boat where there is an issue. The bellows have never been changed since the boat was made (July 2003) and purchased by me brand...
Can someone point me towards any information that relates to impeller shaft removal and re-installation on a 2004 (model year) Chaparral 215 SSi, engine: 5.0L GL-D? I have a decent steady leak recently discovered coming out the bottom weep hole of the impeller shaft housing - the part that is...
A simple question but I'm brain dead right now. Fired up my 5.0L GL-D engine yesterday, noticed water dripping from the impeller housing area. First time it has ever leaked there. Ran motor for 15-20min at ~1000 rpm (wouldn't idle any lower) until engine temp hot enough to open thermostat -...
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I was wondering if anyone out there had any experience with the 4.3L LX Mercruiser engines? I am seriously considering purchase of a 1996 Sea Ray 290 DA w/ 4.3L LX twin engines. My concern is would engines of this size have enough hp and torque to get the boat moving 'adequately'...
I have been searching for a specific motor size for an older boat (1988 Sea Ray 270) I'm looking for and find an area of confusion surrounding the meaning and interpretation of the engine decal. On a Mercruiser 4.3L engine, circa 1988, what does the valve cover decal mean when it says 4.3L4 or...
Am interested in acquiring a 1988 Sea Ray 270DA that only has a bimini top and cockpit cover. I would like to get a full camper canvas but seller does not have one, nor any hardware. Can anyone give me advice or guidance on how to get the proper hardware and patterns for a top? There are some...
I am considering buying an older boat, circa 1988 Sea Ray 270 w/twin 4.3L engines. I currently do much of my own basic preventative maintenance and winterization on a much newer, circa 2004 volvo-penta 5.0L engine. I have plenty of mechanics tools and not afraid to get my hands dirty. Can...
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I am interested in a boat that is located half-way cross the country. The price is good and the boat in immaculate condition and exactly what I'm looking for. Here's the dilemma:
The boat is 1379 miles away in MN and I'm in VT. Assuming that the boat survey checks out and...
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I have a 2004 Chaparral 215SSI with 5.0 GL-D (carbureted) engine. I recently discovered that whenever I use the trim button on the throttle control handle I am not able to raise the outdrive UP to trim the boat, etc., but I can lower the outdrive. I also have a separate trim switch...
A friend of mine has a boat which he wants towed to the marina and asked me if my truck were available. I don't think my truck is heavy enough or strong enough. I asked how much his boat and trailer weighed but he's unsure.<br /><br />Anyone know what approximate weight for a 1997 Donzi, 27.5...
In preparation for winterizing my Volvo-Penta 5.0L GL-c/d I/O I am wondering if RV holding tank winterization fluid can be used in the engine block, manifolds, and complete cooling system in general? How much fluid - of any appropriate type - needs to be used?<br />Thanks in advance.
Last year purchased new 2004 with 5.0L GL (carbureted) I/O Volvo-Penta engine. I would like to winterize the engine myself this year but have never done an I/O before. The manual speaks of draining and flushing the cooling system at the block and exhaust manifolds but no mention is made of...
My mother-in-law has a boat/trailer that she's trying to sell. Several people have reviewed it and mentioned the nice quality/condition but haven't yet had any tangible offers. My thoughts are that the trailer it's resting is a real eye-sore and needs help. I've added safety chains at the...
