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    Stuck Float Merc 4.3l 99 alpha1

    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...
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    Fuel Problem

    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...
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    Best service and repair manual?

    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...
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    Water Drip from Pulley - PICS INCLUDED

    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...
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    Expert Advice Needed on Regal2100 Maintainance!!

    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...
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