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I have a 185hp (305) omc 800 and I'm installing new fuel lines. My existing line from inlet valve to fuel/water seperater is 5/16 ID and existing line from seperater to fuel pump is 3/8 ID and from fuel pump to carb is 5/16 ID. My question is will there be any forseeable problems installing all...
I was hoping I could get some feedback on rebuilding this carb. Carbsonly in burbank calif. has quoted me 139.00 to rebuild. Does anyone have any experience dealing with this outfit and I could use any other referals for a rebuild. My other ? is a rebuild kit is roughly 50$ is it worth an...
I have a 1978 185hp 305gm omc model 990252j and I m trying to cross reference an old prestolite alternator (alk6222y). There is one post for battery lead and one small post for voltage reg. I haven't had any luck. would anyone have an oem# for that model or any other cross references? thanks jv
Any suggestions on hose material to replace my exhaust hoses ( hose between riser and elbow tube). I know they sell marine grade for around 25$ a foot but I have to order it and dont want to wait. I was wondering if there might be some 3 1/2" heater hose or something comparable at an auto parts...
I have a omc 800 small block 305 w/ a closed fwc system ( heat exchanger) by san juan engineering. The original upper t-stat housing is custom made by them and is copper with a steelbase. I need to replace but am wondering if I can use another style. I see a mercruiser housing looks similar...
I have found my circulation problem. I have a plugged exhaust man on port side. 305 omc with 800 omc freshwater cooled. My question is can I clean out manifold or should I replace. I thought that since it was freshwater cooled cleaning out might be a viable option. manual says I can soak in...
I have recently bought a 1978 glasply with a 305 185hp omc 800. It has sat for many years but I have got it running smoothly on muffs. Problem is that the engine overheats before it gets to temp. (160) pukes coolant out of overflow @ about 120-130 degrees. Replaced thermostat but cant see any...
