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    thermostat cork gasket

    For the Mercruiser mechanics the question is----is the cork thermostat gasket installed differently on different model Mercruisers. Meaning do some models have the thermostat directly against the thermostat housing while some models install the cork gasket first and then the thermostat? This...
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    Why don't you post your personal profile.

    My question is why don't many of you responders post your experience and training under your personal profile? The experience profile answers allot of questions right away on your qualitative input ability relative to the posting subject. Open "User CP" then go to "Edit Profile" & scroll down.
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    New designed alignment tool 4.3

    Is there a new & improved style alignment tool for doing the Alpha drives? And who supplies it?
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    Service bulletin 4.3

    Could anyone help with locating the service bulletin on 4.3 liter Mercruiser "run on" for selecting the next lower/colder spark plug choice?
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    Exhaust tube conversion

    I'm planning on installing the "exhaust tube" conversion for a Mercruiser 2002 4.3 Alpha II drive. Any experienced opinions on who makes the best quality one available?
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    Raw water pump pressure gauge

    Do any members here know of a marine manufacture that supplies a 0 to 15 psi 2" water pressure gauge? I want to use the lower range gauge for my engine instead of the 0 to 30 psi gauge which is 15 psi higher than my pump will ever put out. Plus the lower range gauge is more precise for slight...
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    Water pump pressure on 4.3 Mercruiser Alpha One Gen II

    I was wanting to install a water pump pressure gauge to indicate what my lower unit pump is putting out. Does any one know what the range of pressures are from this style cooling system (to the thermostat)? I had a water pressure gauge on two of my outboard boats and they work great. I can get...
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    Sierra-GLM-Mallory parts quality

    Do any members here have an opinion about the quality differences between GLM, Sierra, Mercruiser and Mallory parts. I'm planning on replacing the transom seal kit on my Alpha 1 Gen II for preventative maintenance and want the best value for price. Are any ones to be avoided based upon your...
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    water pump alignment tool

    Could anyone tell me how important it is to have and use the water pump alignment tool (91-821571A1) when changing the water pump on a Alpha 1 Gen II? thank you
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    Junk boat cover material.

    Do members here have any suggestions on which boat cover material did not seem to hold up as advertised (or for the price)? The cover I need will be used in the cold midwest area. What material should I stay away from? thank you
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    Mercruiser 4.3 possible mis alignment

    I'm new to this forum and I was hoping to get some input from one of members that has Mercruiser factory training and or professional experience. My question is I bought a boat with a 4.3 ? alpha 1 drive. After getting the boat home for further in depth preventative maintenance and needed...
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