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    Volvo 280 Outdrive parts....where????

    Well, I got a 86' 25ft Bayliner equipped with the beautiful Volvo Penta 280 outdrive. It seems the electric tilt mechanism cannot engage the reverse lock thrust rod. It appears to be a damaged thrust sleeve which screws atop the rod itself. Where would I find this part??? I love the way the...
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    How to open Insta-Trim Tab Cylinders

    I got those insta-trim trim tabs on my boat and i need to replace the seals inside. Any bosy know how to open them up? It seems like they may unscrew from the top but i'm not sure. Thanks
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    More thugs/inner city sh*theads hangin around marinas???

    Have you guys noticed an influx of otherwise notable gansters hanging around marinas lately and disturbing the usual calm that WAS associated with boating? There have been reports of these thugs roaming around at night stealing props and other part off of boats. Some of them even swim by the...
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    Why would anyone want a Volvo 280 outdrive?????

    March 6, 2008 Associated Press ------------------------------ It's official. 9 out of 10 americans voted the Volvo 280 outdrive as one of the worst outdrive designs in the world. Recent reports show that the 280 drops values on boats by an estimated 50%. People have complained about the fact...
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    Proper way to operate a Volvo 280 Outdrive when pulling up or backing out of a beach?

    Hello all, I've owned a boat with a Mercruier outdrive for a long time so I know how to operate the power trim function when in shallow waters such as in pulling up to a beach or backing out. But now I have a boat with a different setup and I am unfimiliar with it. I just bought a 83 Bayliner...
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