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    Lou C replied to the thread How to run twin 5.0s from portable outboard tanks.
    Also, I picked up a portable combustible gas/vapor meter, these can be used to check for gas vapor fumes, as well as propane and nat...
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    Lou C replied to the thread How to run twin 5.0s from portable outboard tanks.
    I did that for testing last year, I would also suggest putting a shut off valve on the fuel line between the outboard tank and the...
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    Lou C replied to the thread 2005 Mercruiser 5.0L MPI (bravo 3) suddenly started overheating.
    What temp is your thermostat? If a 160 it is going to run from about 160 to 175, the latter being seen after you come off plane but it...
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    Lou C replied to the thread PSA for inboard gas owners......
    When/If I have to replace the tank, I plan on adding them, and re-glassing the coffin.
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    Lou C replied to the thread MCM 7.4 oil.
    I'd be interested just to find out what additives are included in the FCW certification for marine oils, that are not in automotive...
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    Lou C replied to the thread Dark colored drive shaft and black looking grease.
    For splines I am still using Evinrude Triple Guard which is an excellent great for that purpose, it does come out darker when I pull the...
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    Lou C replied to the thread PSA for inboard gas owners......
    Certainly true. I think a good idea is for the fuel tank coffin so to speak to have vents on the front and rear bulkheads, that helps...
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    Lou C posted the thread PSA for inboard gas owners..... in Boating Safety.
    Gas fumes are a significant hazard for gas inboard owners. In addition to sniffing before starting up, proper fueling practices and use...
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    Lou C replied to the thread MCM 7.4 oil.
    Yep it's not that much money when you look at it that way. I can say after using the Merc Syn Blend 25/50 under the valve covers in my...
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    Lou C replied to the thread MCM 7.4 oil.
    Scott you forgot the Merc top of the line Merc 25/50 syn blend it used to be $52, now it's $66, so it's up there with the Amsoil & Penrite
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    Lou C replied to the thread MCM 7.4 oil.
    That’s what I thought So he’s got some good choices. The VR-1 is a bargain like half the price of the Merc 25/50 syn blend, that’s what...
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    Lou C replied to the thread MCM 7.4 oil.
    Ok first find out if the engine had flat tappets. If not & you have a roller cam no real issue with zinc. But if you have flat tappets...
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    Lou C replied to the thread How do I safely remove anti-siphon and intake line?.
    Yep look for a thin hex wrench for that. You don't want to strip that out in the plastic tank.
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    Lou C replied to the thread outdrive question.
    Just make sure it doesn't pop out of the hole (lol). I run an adapter I made up to the stat housing which will work if your engine has a...
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    Lou C replied to the thread 1995 Crownline 202BR Restore.
    Can't wait to see this when it's done! Better than a new boat could be built, like a number of the rebuilds that people have done on...
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