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    Aftermarket dash panels

    I have a 1989 baja sport. the gauges work but are shot and the dash panel has a crack. Once i get my new motor in that is going to be my next project. Does anyone make and aftermarket dash panel for this boat?<br />Thanks
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    Who has a jasper rebuild

    well my motor is done<br />mechanic suggested a jasper reman instead of a rebuild. Any one use them before?<br />how long did it last?<br />Thanks
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    454 merc rebuild, how much

    how much i am looking out to build my 454 merc? no compression in 2 cylinders.
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    Just got the call from the mechanic :(

    changed the starter, started her up and no compression in 2 cylinders.<br />They said they pulled the valve cover and one of the valve springs was broken. <br />They said that they are going to change that and see if it fixes it.<br />Question is, if only one valve spring is broken then why is...
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    Just got the call from the mechanic :(

    changed the starter, started her up and no compression in 2 cylinders.<br />They said they pulled the valve cover and one of the valve springs was broken. <br />They said that they are going to change that and see if it fixes it.<br />Question is, if only one valve spring is broken then why is...
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    Ballpark on cost for starter / plug change

    my starter is toast. the guy changing it has done work for me before and i feel he always done right by me but just want to get an idea of what it should cost me so i can see if he is really taking care of me.<br />Changing the started on a 454 mercruiser magnum<br /><br />also having him...
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    Best Shop manuel for a 454 mercruiser

    Can not find one online directly from mercruiser.<br /><br />who do you guys use?<br /><br />Is Seloc good?<br /><br />Thanks
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    454 merc plug and wire suggestions

    need to change plugs and wires, want to upgrade while i am at it. first time doing a plug change on a boat. <br />So what do you prefer? Brand, etc.<br />Any pointers that would make a plug change on a boat different from a car?<br />Also want to upgrade the air filter on the carb so I think i...
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    454 mercruiser issues, help!!!

    I have a 454 mercruiser magnum. Just boat the boat (24 foot baja 240 sport) and was out just my second time. Cruising at WOT at about 55 mph and then the MPH dropped to about 25 mph and felt like the boat was struggle. I let off the gas brought it down to idle and then it died. After about a...
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