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    4.3L EFI Lower Shift Cable Installation Question

    Just bought a 1998 Sea ray 190 with 4.3L EFI. It stalls on shift from forward to reverse and visa versa. When I replace the lower shift cable what else should be done at that time. Bellows change, gimbal baring etc.?
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    4.3GL Rebuild it?

    Had water intrusion somewhere above the pistons. Intake manifold. Exhaust risers. Heads. I'm not sure. I've attached photos showing pistons, valves and rusty areas. Oil is clear on dipstick no water. Need help deciding whether or not I should open up the bottom end or just replace risers and...
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    4.3GL One Cylinder Zero Compression!

    Re: 4.3GL One Cylinder Zero Compression! Looks like stuck valve? Let me know what you think.
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    4.3GL One Cylinder Zero Compression!

    97 4.3GL PLKD. Reinell. Started to idle rough but was ok mid throttle but bad again at high throttle. Found zero compression at center cylinder starboard side of engine. How bad is this? Where do I go from here?
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    Steam like smoke and a few drops of water!

    97 4.3GL PLKD Running rough last time out. So, I thought I'd change the plugs. While changing the spark plugs I noticed the starboard side three were rusty at the tips. Port side were good. Then I ran on muffs to check carburetor adjustment and saw steam like smoke coming out of the rocker...
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    Hull Pushed In

    I noticed that my bunks are pushing in on the hull at the bow end(see photos). Should I be worried about this? Floor inside is solid. What do I check first? Or, is this normal? Boat is 1997 Reinell 18' fiberglass hull.
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    Plasti Dip Trailer Rims

    I used Plasti Dip (aerosol cans) on my trailer rims. They were chrome and in bad shape. Rust in some spots and overall not looking good. They turned out great! Product is available at Home Depot and Lowes. But only in black or white. U can get a variety of colors and finishes from...
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    Change From SP To DP? 4.3GL

    I have a 1997 VP 4.3GL PLKD #4110144649 SX-C1 1.85 #4112030094 If it's possible to change the lower end to DP what gear ratio will I need to look for? And in the end is better to just find a boat with that already? I love my boat and I have spent some blood, sweat, tears and $(not a lot)...
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    Speedometer 4MPH Off According To GPS

    Mt speedometer is off by 4mph according to my GPS. Is there a way to test speedometer? It's original to the boat. 1997 Reinell 4.3GL PLKD #4110144649
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    Volvo Penta 4.3 GL Loud Clunk When Put In Gear Fwd Or Rev

    Volvo Penta 4.3GL PLKD SX-C1 1.85 #4112030094. There's a hard clunk when shifting forward or reverse. I changed the gear oil and checked for metal shavings. None found. That didn't help the problem. Checked gap under large nut at the top of upper gear housing, 0.12 reading. Checked cables for...
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    4.3 GL PLKD Temp Gauge Not Getting Above 100 Degrees

    My boat has been running cold according to the temp gauge. I pulled the brand new sensor(sensor ohm tests are in the right range). Placed it in a cup of boiling hot water. Alligator clipped it to the sensor post on the gauge and grounded the threads. Couldn't get it above 100 degrees. Is this a...
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    Fuel Pump 4.3GL High Pressure or Low Pressure

    I need a new fuel pump. Volvo Penta 4.3GL PLKD #4110144649 Napa has Low Pressure and a High Pressure Fuel Pumps listed with the same cross reference Volvo Penta part #3858261. The high pressure is much cheaper than the low pressure. Which is the right one for my motor?
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    Not Hydrolock But After Running Boat Won't Start????

    97 Volvo Penta 4.3GLPLKD(4110144649) with SX-C1(4112030094) Outdrive. Replaced starter and it started fine. then a week later, went to the lake . Ran fine all day. Got back to the dock stopped and After 1/2 hr wouldn't turn over. No noise at all, not even a click from the starter. Kept turning...
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    Vovlo Penta 4.3GL Ignition(key) Type?

    I Have a 97 Volvo Penta 4.3GLPLKD with an SX-C1 1.85 Outdrive. I've searched the forums high n low and searched the manual. There are many different types of Ignitions(key). What type do I need? How can I determine which one will work. OEM is $60. I found others on iBoats from $12-$35. Any...
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    Too much prop for my boat? 14 1/2 x 22 ss prop

    Here's the info that might help. 1) Why do I ask? I would like more top end speed 2) Current prop manufacturer, QL Marine E series, Mod#41102328 3) Current prop diameter and pitch, 14 1/2 X 19 Aluminum, 3 Blade 4) Wide open throttle RPM and speed with an average load, WOT 4800RPM at 45MPH 5)...
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