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    OMC Cobra Bellows Replacement

    Few days noticed that i have a small hole in my u-joint bellows that have bee replaced about 2 years ago.It seems that damage was caused by the clamp. Otherwise they feel soft and seem like would last a few more years if would not ripped. Please see picture attached. Also, my exhaust bellows...
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    Trailer coupler

    Just a simple question. How often should I replace trailer coupler. Mine seems original from 1989...
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    How to Use This Device to Measure Dwell and RPM's

    Guys, I acquired this device for measuring dwell and rpm's. Now it might be a stupid question, but how would I measure dwell and rpms. If you look on the picture when it is on and probes are not connected to anything it still reads a value, is this the way it supposed to be?
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    OMC 2.3 Stalling at High RPM and Running Rich at Idle

    Guys took her out on the lake, first time this season. Started up with no issues, however running at the dock I could smell unburned gas from the exhaust and could see exhaust smoke. Took it out for a spin, ran fine but less power than usual. Went to adjust carbs, screwed both carb screws all...
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    Blower Question

    Just having my bowrider on the driveway right now, so very easy to do all required maintenance. I was looking to replace old blower motor which is still working, but since I have time... Anyways my question is: On my boat there are two grills on each side, one is for the blower to push air out...
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    Reliability of Distributors on OMC 2.3 Motor

    Guys, got my hands on an extra distributor for omc 2.3 motor. Should I keep it or sell it. Are these prone to fail? If mine fails can I rebuild it?
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    OMC 2.3 Converting to Electronic Ignition

    Guys, got tired of screwing around with points. Went ahead and purchased an ignition conversion kit by Sierra. Installation does not look complicated, but would I need to upgrade my ESA module? Or can I run with the original?
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    1989 OMC Cobra Outdrive Upper Rebuild Questions

    Last summer my cobra outdrive impeller shaft just sheared off for no particular reason. replaced an outdrive with a used one from the local scrap yard. Now I'm trying to rebuild my original one to have a spare drive. I also purchased another cobra as a part donor with a different gear ratio. 1...
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    OMC 2.3 Prop Question Apollo vs Ballistic vs Vortex

    My boat is 1989 Bayliner Capri 17' with OMC 2.3 i/o engine. I was using aluminum Michigan Wheel Marine Vortex XHS 13 1/2 x 15p prop for the past few years with a great success. However it got damaged and needs replacing. Currently I have access for a very good pricing for any Michigan Wheel...
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    OMC 2.3 Hard to First Start

    Having this issue for a few seasons now. Initial tart after motor seats for over a day or so is hard, takes about 2-3min cranking with shiftier lever set to high throttle. After it starts and runs for a minute it starts perfectly few cranks and it is running perfect on idle. Points all ignition...
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    OMC Cobra Broken Impeller Shaft

    I guess time for the new outdrive... after cruising on high rpm on my OMC 2.3 Cobra suddenly engine noise became much louder, and temp gauge went up... After towed to the cottage I noticed that impeller shaft just sheared off, looks like it was cut. Gears did not locked up so the drive is not a...
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    Temperature Gauge Troubleshooting

    OMC 2.3 Cobra setup. Started up and ran perfect first time this season, the only problem is that the temperature gauge doesn't seem to be working. I will try to install a new thermostat but I'm more suspicious of the gauge having an issue. Where would you start to troubleshoot it.
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    1989 Bayliner Trim Gauge installation

    Just starting to prepare my Bayliner capri for another great season here in Canada. For some reason bayliner back in 1989 decided that people do not need trim gauges at the dashboard and did not install them. However, I believe that the trim position sender is installed at the drive assembly...
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    Snaps for a Snap On Cover

    I decided to give it a try and make a new snap on cover for my Bayliner Capri 1750. I have a good 30' roll of sunbrella material, however I do not have any snaps. All local stores do not carry anything that strong and durable. Does anyone know where I can order snaps + device to install them for...
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    Engine Oil Testing

    Has anyone done engine oil testing? What was the format of the results? Just trying to see if it will be beneficial to check motor condition and prevent engine failure...
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