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    4.3 L GL 1997 6 amp fuel pump breaker tripping.

    I have a 97 Larson SEI 186, 43L GL, Volvo SX. It has an eclectic fuel pump with a Holley 2Bbl Model 2300 carb. This year the fuel pump breaker started to trip occasionally. Maybe 1-2 times a day, some days not at all. Last weekend it got much worse, pulling the kids tubing at about 3,000 rpms, I...
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    97 Volvo SX Cobra C1 Outdrive stripped dipstick threads - repair?

    Hi, wondering if anyone has just welded the dipstick hole when the threads have stripped? As the dipstick is not really needed other than for convenience. Making sure not to weld the small port in the cover. After all, Merc's don't have dipsticks. Also, wondering about the torque specs on the...
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    Fuel Problem? -- 97, 4.3L GL, 2Bbl Holly, electric fuel pump

    Hi. Thanks for reading. First off just want to say that searched around and reviewed other posting before starting a new post. I've reviewed Don S's post on HOW TO: Testing Your Boats Fuel System. Great info Don, thanks. And some other posts and the great information that was provided. Thought...
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    Volvo vs Alpha coupler -- zerk fitttings?

    In this post, "How and were to grease the coupler"<br /><br /> http://forums.iboats.com/cgi-bin/ubb/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=24;t=016659 <br /><br />it mentions "zerk fittings that are accessed from the engine compartment". I've never heard of zerks on a 1997 Volvo Penta SX-C1. Am I just...
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    Drive Saft Seal on 97 Volvo Penta SX Cobra I/O

    Hi all. <br /><br />Last year when I serviced my outdrive I found the round coil spring from the shaft seal in the gimball housing when I was wiping out the old grease. At the time I could not figure out or see where it came from. As the diagram in the link below shows, this is the shaft seal...
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    Gimbal bearing and u-joints: 97 4.3L GL Volvo Penta SX Cobra

    Does anyone know if the u-joints on this particular setup have zerks? I've never pulled the drive so don't know first hand. I know someone’s standard response will be "buy the manual" so hold your breath for someone that is kind enough to just answer the question. (btw: it's on order) <br /><br...
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    Impeller - 97 4.3 GL Volvo SX Cobra

    Hi all. <br />Here are a couple questions. Just replaced my impeller after overheating last weekend. When I pulled the old impeller out there were only 6 out of 12 paddles left and of the 6 remaining, all had pieces missing. I did find one paddle stuck in the pump also. I installed the new...
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    4.3L Volvo torque specs and sequence for the exhaust manifolds and risers?

    Anyone know the torque specs and sequence for the exhaust manifolds and risers for a 1997 4.3L Volvo Penta? I'm waiting for my manual, so in the meantime if someone has them it would be greatly appreciated.<br /><br />Also, do the gaskets require any gasket sealer or just go on dry? Any thread...
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    4.3L water in # 5 & 6 cyl and now won't stay running

    Hi everyone. I've got a big problem and would sure appreciate any and all help. I have a 1997 Larson SEI186, 4.3ltr GL, 2 brl holley carb, Volvo SX Cobra out drive.<br /><br />I took the boat out of storage and ran in the driveway for 15-20 minutes with the motor muffs. No problems, started...
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