I'm trying to chase down a vibration from my drive.
vibration is most noticeable at fast idle up to about 1500 RPM
Noticeable both in gear and in neutral
Changes slightly with trim
Increases when steering is near full lock
Not noticeable at 3000 RPM to WOT which is perfect at 4800 RPM and 50...
Re: Oil Drain Hose Attached to Oil Pan Good Or Bad Idea?
+1
Mine came with this from the factory as well, but it can be purchased as an aftermarket kit.
Power steering was working well last weekend although the fluid was black in color. Did a complete fluid flush during the week and bled the system. Used OEM Mercruiser power steering & Trim fluid.
The problem is when I turn the wheel quickly from lock to lock I get full power assist. But...
Quick question guys...
Can anyone tell me where the idle mixture screw is located?
(Not idle speed)
I've looked all over and can't seem to spot it.
2005, 4.3, 2 barrel Carb
Ser # OW328841
Thanks in advance!
Ron
Any suggestions or procedures on doing a power steering flush?
I was bleeding the system and noticed the fluid is dark and since I don't really know the history of this boat...I want to do a complete drain and refill.
I can wing it, but I'm thinking there might be a 'best practice' to make...
Re: Coupler - Not Centered
Engine is back in the boat!
Problem resolved...
Looks like I had a spun coupling.
When I bolted the new coupling onto the flywheel, we cranked the motor with the plugs removed. I was quite surprised to see how much wobble there was. The hole in the back of the...
Pulled the engine last night to replace the coupler. Expecting to find double wound lock washers on the rear mounts but found flat washers instead.:confused:
I found some mention of flat washers in some threads in this forum, but no clear explanation.
Is it OK to put back with washers or...
Need some advice on my engine coupler. Can't find any specification in the service manual and reading through the engine alignment thread, there is no real limit on "centered and true".
So...Doing an engine alignment and got the spline/grease marks looking perfect on the alignment tool. The...
Re: Tips for removing seal behind gimbal bearing on B3
Here is what I made up this afternoon.
I was hoping it would get down behind the seal and catch the edge ot the metal ring. Similar to what you were thinking to do with the flat pry bar. The problem is the metal ring is below the...
Pulled the gimbal bearing out today and decided to replace the grease seal as well.
Is there a trick to getting this thing out?
I tried the slide hammer but it just slips off the soft rubber. There is a notch at the bottom of the housing that seems to go right through to the back side of the...
