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What's the best carb rebuild kit for a 2007 merc 3.0 tks Motor? Should I also get a new float? Any other tips or tricks for rebuilding it successfully?
Serial number
engine: 1a015349 41110e1ut Mercruiser 3.0L alpha
Thanks guys
The other night I built myself a portable stand that can roll around. Works great so far.
As you can see from the second picture the water inlet O-ring was completely missing just like you said it would be. Cleaned off all the old material. I'm waiting on the replacement to show up...
Hi Everyone,
Thanks for your help this forum is very valuable to someone who is newer to boats and maintenance on them. Recently I replaced the following on a 07 merc 3.0 and alpha 1 gen 2 outdrive:
Water Impeller
All Bellows
Shift cable/boot
Gear oil
Gimbal bearing and seals (also checked...
