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So the vacuum/pressure tester is like $300. Then I would need the puller and tools to replace these seals. Not sure it's worth it or I should just take it to a mechanic.
At the end of the season (yesterday), I went to change my oil in my outdrive. A volvo
DP-SM. When I drained the oil it was milky greyish. There was no evidence of metal chips. I change the seals in the 3 oil plugs every year and have never had a problem. Any ides for how to diagnose the issue?
Does anyone know how to remove and replace the grease tube and fitting on the transom shield for a Volvo DP-SM. My fitting is striped out. It’s 1/4 inch and just falls right out. Is there a special tool to replace the tube? Also does the transom shield need to be removed?
I did all that, even used a spare tank. Same issue. When the boat is popping on acceleration, there is a heavy fuel smell likes it's dumping fuel. I don't think the fuel is leaning out properly. I know I started this thread suggesting it was a lean pop, but after researching and trying to...
I have a volvo penta 5.0 GXI-E 2005. My engine keeps popping on acceleration about 3200 RPM's. Immediately after accelerating it runs great then 5 seconds later it will pop and sputter and I lose speed. Testing fuel pressure at the rail is 44 psi, down to 42 or so when the poping starts. My...
I just replaced the exhaust manifold and risers last year. All my spark plugs look great. The spark plugs don't tell the story of a lean or rich condition. I noticed my temp gauge reading about 150-155 which I believe is cold. I am going to pull the thermostat and make sure it's seated...
Hi, I have a 2005 Volvo Penta GXI-E. My motor recently started popping on acceleration. about 3000 rpms it pops or misfires, and I lose speed. After about a half an hour the popping stops and the boat runs perfect for the rest of the day. I had the injectors cleaned, fuel rail cleaned...
