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    Source for used boat parts

    You guys know of any boating websites that might have used boat parts or classifieds? Other than checking Craigslist and Ebay?
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    Alternative to $700 VP Fuel Pump

    Is there an alternative to the $700 Volvo fuel cell? I've gone through the steps in the sticky post to verify the fuel tank side is good. I replaced the pump 3 years ago, and hate having to do it again so soon. I don't mind doing a little fab work if I can buy a separate filter, low pressure...
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    Volvo fuel cell fixing itself?

    Last time out the boat stumbled, stalled, and wouldn't restart. It cranked fine, but wouldn't fire. Got it home and pulled the fuel filter, it was full of gas, no water. Replaced the filter and ran the engine on an external gas can and it still stumbled and stalled. The fuel pump was making...
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    Volvo started at home, but stalled at the lake

    Started my 5.0 GXi last week at home on the muffs and it ran fine for 5 minutes or so. Took it to the lake and it ran for about 10 minutes then it stalled. Wouldn't restart after that. Starter cranked but it didn't fire. I assume fuel issue - it was winterized with Sta-bil with a full tank...
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    I want a stump pulling prop

    I'd like to get more low end for pulling slalom skiers with a loaded boat. Boat is 20' Chap with 270hp Volvo. I'm currently using a 4 blade 18P Stainless prop, which turns right at 5000 rpm (max for the engine). I really don't care if I lose a bunch of top end - I think I've gone full...
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