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    Delco Voyager EST.... New ??

    I am correct in saying the EST uses 12 v to the interrupt switch??
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    Delco Voyager EST.... New ??

    Would that be in the harness that is the main plug on engine? Also would I use that same purple wire on the interrupt switch?? Thanks
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    Delco Voyager EST.... New ??

    So I am converting my 290 DA to twin 5.7's from twin 4.3's... not even close to enough power... plus blown head gasket...... I am switching from the Tunderbolt 1V to the Delco... I have searched and have not been able to find my answer.... Perhaps someone here has direct knowledge as to the...
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    Correct carb?

    The 5.7 is a vortec, roller motor with an upgraded cam and flat top pistons... not sure if that is relevant.... thanks for the info...
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    Correct carb?

    So I have decided to change my 4.3's our for 5.7 vortecs.... My enging builder tells me that I should have somewhere in the range of 325hp each.. I currently have Edelbrock 1409's on the 4.3's.... my question is can I use them on the 5.7's or do I need to go up to the Edelbrock 1410? I did...
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    4.3 to 5.7 swap

    Thanks for the reply..... How was the performance with the new 5.0?
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    4.3 to 5.7 swap

    the 4.3's are vortec, and fairly new... changed in 2017..... I am hoping that everything swaps over meaning the front accessories....I am looking at a vortec 5.7 roller cam.... my boat offered the sbc as an option, so I am confident it fits... Thanks for the reply...
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    4.3 to 5.7 swap

    I assume that the mounts just lag into the stringers as with the 4.3 just 4 1/2 inches forward.....Rear mounts are the same....So everything else should fit?? Bell housing, coupler transom assy? Also will the throttle and shift cables bolt up the elbows as with the 4.3's ? I am really...
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    4.3 to 5.7 swap

    Does anyone have an real life experience with swapping 4.3's to 5.7's. SeaRay 290 DA....... I think it should be straight forward due to the fact that the boat came with that option of SBC..... I am aware outdrives are a different ratio...(1:47 I believe for ther 5.7) TIA
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    Trim not working??

    So I decided to trailer up to paint the outdrives etc. trailered up slowly... I then put them down... Now I have nothing... will not trailer up.... will not even move at all.... I can get one click from the stbd drive, but nothing from the other, and after one click there is nothing.... Has...
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    Top coat

    I am looking to top coat my inflatable rib.... any recommendations....I have a 9' Hypalon Carrib.... TIA
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    Alpha magnet plug??

    I serviced my alpha's this week...Is there any concern with a bit of metal on the magnet plug... not a lot, but it was like a little "furry"... I am thinking I am ok, just want to be sure.... Thanks
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    Gimbal bearing ??

    Need to replace the gimbal bearing in my Alpha 1 Gen 2.... 1997.....4.3 carb engine... Anyone know the correct one... lots of options, and I am not sure which one is correct... Thanks
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    Crusader milky oil??

    So I helped my buddy winterize his Silverton 330 Sport Bridge today..... 8.1's...... Changed oil in port motor....no problem....ran af through strainer... no problem etc... Starboard engine.... well not so much..... pumped out a milky mess of oil.... did a compression check and all cyl at or...
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    8.1 Crusader winterizing ??

    I am going to help a friend winterize his Silverton 330. Twin 8.1's... Can anyone give me any hints?? Thanks
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