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    engine stalls whilke trying to accelerate forward

    I have a 1984 seaswirl, 18 foot with C/C and I/O, rebuilt ford 3.8 L engine with 800 stringer. After she's warmed up, while in neutral, she will rev fine if you push the throttle forward, or back, and she shifts into forward or reverse, no problem. She also will accelerate fine while in...
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    Target RPM for 1984 Seaswirl I/O 18ft with C/C

    Does anyone know the target RPM for 1984 Seaswirl I/O 18ft with C/C, or what the WOT RPM should be? And yes, I'm new to boating. I bought this boat a few months ago and I still have a lot to figure out, but it sure is fun! (usually). The engine was rebuilt in 2007, and is a Ford 3.8L with the...
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