'98 Mercruiser Alpha I (Gen II?) J1171 trim pump quit working - looking for troubleshooting advise!<br /><br />There are two relays with two lugs that control the pump. The top relay lugs connect to the Blue wire of the pump, and the other connects to +12V. The bottom relay lugs connect to the...
I'm wondering if there is an easy way to determine which water pump has gone bad: engine or outdrive (or both)?<br /><br />The engine/outdrive is a GM 153CI/120HP 4-cylinder with Pre-Alpha Mercruiser outdrive.
Anyone have any comments on the Stilletto brand of stainless steel props? FYI - I've purchased one for three different I/O boats that I've owned in the past, and have generally had a good experience with them - they are definately priced right ($250 + shipping) :D .<br /><br />Also, I'm...
Having a steering problem with my Alpha I/Gen II outdrive.<br /><br />Classic problem while at WOT boat will steer to the left <hard>, if I let go of the steering wheel (I have a RH prop - which sorta makes sense).<br /><br />What doesn't make sense though is the fact that this Mercruiser...
QUESTION: Wondering if it's possible to "suck" water into the oil pan via an open exhaust valve while pumping oil out through the dipstick?<br /><br />ENGINE: '98 Mercriuser 4.3L Vortec with 53 pampared hours.<br /><br />BACKGROUND: <br />1)Changed the oil in my 4.3L with a factory Mercruiser...
QUESTION: Wondering if it's possible to "suck" water into the oil pan via an open exhaust valve while pumping oil out through the dipstick?<br /><br />ENGINE: '98 Mercriuser 4.3L Vortec with 53 pampared hours.<br /><br />BACKGROUND: <br />1)Changed the oil in my 4.3L with a factory Mercruiser...
QUESTION: Wondering if it's possible to "suck" water into the oil pan via an open exhaust valve while pumping oil out through the dipstick?<br /><br />ENGINE: '98 Mercriuser 4.3L Vortec with 53 pampared hours.<br /><br />BACKGROUND: <br />1)Changed the oil in my 4.3L with a factory Mercruiser...
