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ESGWheel replied to the thread 5.0 GXi-J fuel pump relay keeps tripping.

I am going to offer some advice that you may not like but I am doing so out of concern for your safety. The temps and symptoms you are...

Yesterday at 6:47 PM
ESGWheel replied to the thread New Exhaust Manifold surface prep? 4.3 Mercruiser.

Lots of different opinions out there. I ended up cleaning up the paint on mine, see this thread > link

Tuesday at 7:30 PM
ESGWheel replied to the thread 2015 Mercruiser 4.3 EFI issues..

While its good the engine turns over, the idea of the water in the oil still is an open issue. Now that you know the spark arrestor, etc...

Saturday at 7:28 AM
ESGWheel replied to the thread Sharing a Pre-Startup Check List > What is yours?.

Maybe is a pride thing but when I have talked to the locals it is my impression only a particulate filter. According to this (link), you...

Apr 16, 2025
ESGWheel replied to the thread Sharing a Pre-Startup Check List > What is yours?.

You are correct. One of the aspects of what they do at George is if any water drains out of the engine or they suspect an issue, is to...

Apr 16, 2025
ESGWheel reacted to Pmt133's post in the thread Sharing a Pre-Startup Check List > What is yours? with Like.

The freshwater body I go to also does inspection. Typically they ask where it's been launched the last 7 days or so. I primarily boat in...

Apr 16, 2025
ESGWheel replied to the thread Sharing a Pre-Startup Check List > What is yours?.

While I do not have live wells or boxes with drain lines overboard, my experience watching them do other folks as well as mine is one of...

Apr 16, 2025
ESGWheel reacted to Pmt133's post in the thread Sharing a Pre-Startup Check List > What is yours? with Like.

So I don't typically pull the plug if I am going back out the next day or two. I also don't get water in the bilge normally. However I...

Apr 16, 2025
ESGWheel replied to the thread Sharing a Pre-Startup Check List > What is yours?.

Pulling the plug is a ‘requirement’ when pulling out at Lake George, NY. Every ramp has an inspection / inspector process and they will...

Apr 16, 2025
ESGWheel replied to the thread Sharing a Pre-Startup Check List > What is yours?.

I should have mentioned this this process is for when I have the boat at the marina’s dock for the season, not trailering. When...

Apr 16, 2025
ESGWheel posted the thread Sharing a Pre-Startup Check List > What is yours? in Boat Topics and Questions (not engine topics).

Like all things, boating is a learned activity and collecting tips and tricks from others is one way to avoid the school of hard knocks...

Apr 16, 2025
ESGWheel replied to the thread Mercruiser 5.0L MPI Not Starting, I was driving the boat at a slow pace and it slowly stalled/stopped.

Thanks for the soft reply to my sharp post. I read thoroughly your intentions as well as the significant tribulations you have undergone...

Apr 14, 2025
ESGWheel replied to the thread no oil after cylinder head recondition.

Tank, Good catch... i think we all missed that... i know i did! Wendellbee > agree with Tank and this engine may need more… can u...

Apr 11, 2025
ESGWheel replied to the thread Piston Rings don´t fit, too little clearance, sits too tight.

Bollerwagon, I am now both curious and confused and need your help. So, the issue of fitting the rings is now all set and your shop...

Apr 11, 2025
ESGWheel replied to the thread Mercruiser 5.0L MPI Not Starting, I was driving the boat at a slow pace and it slowly stalled/stopped.

I am a little perplexed. Here is why > a motor needs 3 basic things to run: fuel, spark and compression. You have two of the three. And...

Apr 10, 2025

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