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Transom work.
previous owner did some really dumb repairs and nearly burnt the boat with this switch for the downrigger power outlets.
he cut the rot out of the transom and replaced it with pressure treated 2"x8" boards.
Hi, getting the boat ready for summer and checked coolant it was low, engine oil was clean and a little high on the stick.
Started engine and the oil is now milky, could it be a bad seal? or is the coolant channels cracked?
engine is Penta AQ145A
Thanks
Hey guys i have a volvo 280 with power trim "elephant ears", i seized the upper gearcase on sunday. I've found a used 280($999) and a used 290($700) the 290 is cheaper aand closer (i can pick it up) the 280 is in mississipi (i'm in Canada) i've read the 290 wont mount up but the parts are...
I think I seized my motor this weekend. We were tubing when I hear this nasty noise, so I slowed down and she stalled. Then we enjoyed a relaxing paddle across the lake back to the marina. The motor will not turn over, tried pulling on the belt and still couldnt budge it. It seemed to be running...
