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I have the 91 version of your boat/engine and gas leaking into the oil is fairly common, seems like the fuel pump starts leaking within a few years of replacement. As for the performance issue have you replaced any of the ignition components? I replaced the ignition module, rotor ,cap and wires...
I tow a 27' (8 1/2' beam) cruiser with a 5.7L Tundra about 60 miles each way a few times a year, no issues other than sucking down a lot of gas going up the hills. Loaded boat and trailer probably weigh in at around 9k and truck is rated at 10k. No problem at the ramp as I usually put it in 4...
I'm prepping to replace the lower shift cable, its 28 years old and getting a bit stiff. I don't have core wire locating tool 91-17263 so I searched online for some specs to make one and was somewhat shocked to see its suppose to be 1/4" thick. My existing wire is sticking out 3/4" and the drive...
I normally keep my Bravo 2 OD in the down position when the boat is sitting on the trailer. But over time it will gradually creep up, maybe a couple inches per week at the most in the hot weather. I'm assuming its heat related as the OD gets a lot of sun where the trailer is parked, the battery...
