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I sprung a leak on the power steering hose from the ram to the oil cooler. Is there any any reason I cant eliminate the hydraulic style fitting that connect to the ram with a fuel line type fitting and run a fuel line to the cooler with hose clamps on both ends? This is on an '89 alpha 1 gen 1.
I just completed my project of a stringer/deck replacement and repower from a 4.3 to 5.7 on a 20' bowrider. I couldn't have done it without you guys! The problem I am having is it now wants to plow the bow at speed. The faster I go the harder it pushes down. The 3 things I can think of would be...
I have been reading this site daily and with the wealth of knowledge here I have completed a stringer, deck rebuild and in the process of a repower from a 4.3l to a 5.7l. It is an 89 boat with an alpha one drive. Thanks to everyone for all the information!! I have been having problems getting...
