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    Volvo penta aq 260 bell housing

    HI all, it's been awhile since I've been on this forum and I just read of Don's passing, he was a good person and he will be missed my condolences go out to his family My question is I need the part #(aftermarket not chinese stuff) for the bearings and seals that hold in the primary shaft in...
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    Changing to a newer style outdrive

    Hi all, I am thinking about changing my Volvo 280 transom shield and outdrive to the newer style with hydraulics. I have purchased the newer transom shield which uses the large pin to suspend the leg from. The part #on the shield is 104114011 and below that on the tag is another #4101501467k My...
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    Removing engine from boat

    I'm planning on removing the engine from my boat. MY question is what do you guys use to lift the engine out. I have a 26 FT Hourston Glascraft with the AQ 260 engine With the boat on the trailer the engine needs to be lifted at least 7 FT up off the ground to clear the side gunnel. Your...
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    Switching from type B props to type D

    I have a Volvo 280 Duo prop with an AQ 260 engine and type B5 props,I am slightly over propped is it possible to use type D4 props will I gain any more RPM with these props knowing that the rear prop has 4 blades.Will I notice any difference Thanks in Advace Cheers
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    Wot for aq 260

    I have the Volvo AQ 260 engine with a 280 DuoProp with 4 barrel carb and I'm trying to find the correct wot. I.m finding conflicting #'s some say 4000 4400, 4400 4800, which is it
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    Am i running the right props

    I have a 1980 26 ft Hourston Glascraft with an AQ 260 (chev 350)and a Volvo 280 DUO PROP outdrive. I'm running aluminum B5 props @WOT I'm pulling just over 4000 RPM and going 39 MPH. Boat weighs just over 6500 LBS. AM I over propped? Thanks In Advance. Cheers.
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    using two different types of grease

    I was greasing my pds bearing and I misstakenly used wheel bearing grease instead of the evenrude triple guard that I normally use. My question is will it hurt any thing by mixing two different types of grease on those bearings THANKS IN ADVANCE. Cheers.
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    replacing the impellar

    I have a 2006 Yamaha T 9.9 high thrust outboard that needs the impellar replaced. Would like to have a diagram or exploded view of engine so I know where to start and what not to do Thanks in advance. Cheers.
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    Might be running a little hot

    HI, I have a 1980 26 FT. HOURSTON GLASCRAFT with an AQ 260 engine and a VOLVO 280 DUO PROP with a closed cooling system. It runs perfect but I think the temp might be a little high It runs at a steady 180 degrees. Should I change to a 165 degree and is it OK to use an automotive stat THANKS IN...
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    changing to a vortex engine

    HI everyone, I currently have a Volvo AQ 260 and I'm thinking about repowering with a brand new 330 HP vortex crate motor. Would this work? I do know that I would need to change the flywheel Intake manifold possibly the starter circ pump. Not sure about the cam. What are your thoughts, has...
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    The proper thermostat

    HELLO ALL, I have a AQ 260 VOLVO with the closed cooling system. What is the proper heat range themostat to use in salt water. Can I use an automotive type or does it have to be marine? Thanks in Advance. Cheers
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    Adding a msd

    HI everyone, I'm a newbie here I have a 26 FT HOURSTON with 5.7 litre AQ 260 engine. It has the prestolite distributor which I added the pertronix ignition I am thinking about purchasing a MSD BOX (multi spark discharge) 6m AL What are your thoughts,are they worth the money,does any body have...
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