Recent content by matt2807

Here we go.... Cleared all fuel lines, replaced filter, checked pump. I have an abundace of gas right up to the nut that connects the steel pipe to the carb. As we had this problem 2 weeks ago and it ran fine after we finally got it started I have ruled out blocked jets. Therefore my only...

I have a fuel problem on the boat and I wanted all your advice. 98 4.3l merc carb alpha 1. A couple of weeks ago I tried to start the boat, it ran for about 3 secs then stopped. tried it again and it fired then stopped. After that it would not fire. Turned it over a few times to no avail...

Hi All, Thankyou all for you help with diagnosis of my previous issue. What I want to know now is which is the best manual to buy for our boat. I have been recomended the Seloc - any others that are particularly good? Should I buy online access and do it that way? I also need to buy a...

Hi All, We have a 4.3l carb model with an Alpha 1 Drive serial OL277412 I have noticed a leak coming from the bottom of the front of the engine right near the bottom pulley. I will be inspecting further to see if the leak is actually coming from the pulley but just wondered if there is a...

Hi All, New to this forum (and boating) and need some advice. We have just taken over our mother in laws boat, its a 98 regal 2100lsr. My advice concerns the maintanance. We have just had an invoice from the marina for $600 dollars, $500 of that being just for labour. As far as i can tell...