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  1. maddog2

    engine problems

    I just spent $2,700. on a "remanufactured" long block Mercruiser 4.3LX V-6. (1992) model. Apparently the intake was leaking and water mixed into the oil. I just drained 6 quarts of warm "Milk" from the oil pan. It was on the water for about 15 minutes while going through the listed break in...
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    Thermostat question

    Can I run my 1992 Mercruiser 4.3LX without the thermostat? I don't know the consequences of running the engine without the thermostat. I can only guess that it may take a while longer to warm up. Since the engine doesn't have a heater core like a car does for heat, is it really nessessary...
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    Engine break in procedure?

    Due to a busted block and exhaust manifolds, I have ordered a remanufactured long block for my 1992 Mercruiser 4.3LX. Once I have everything installed and running properly, what is the standard break in for this engine? It is in a 1992 Celebrity 190BR 18'-7" long and about 2500 lbs. James in...
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    High Rock Lake, NC

    I have a 1992 model ski boat with engine problems. It has a 4.3LX v6 engine that has water in the oil. Oil is pumping out of the PCV hoses onto the intake. I have taken the boat to Dannicholas Boat Repair on Bringle Ferry Rd. and Providence Ch. Rd. If anyone reading this has ever dealt with...
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    prop question

    I have a 1992 Celebrity 190BR that is 18'-7" long. v-hull. It has a 1992 Mercruiser 4.3LX engine and Alpha one outdrive. What is the best size and pitch prop to use on the boat? Aluminum prop. I believe the current prop is a 14 X 22.
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    Prop question

    I have a 1992 Celebrity 190BR that is 18'-7" long. v-hull. It has a 1992 Mercruiser 4.3LX engine and Alpha one outdrive. What is the best size and pitch prop to use on the boat? Aluminum prop. I believe the current prop is a 14 X 22.
  7. maddog2

    1992 Mercruiser 4.3L

    I have a 1992 Mercruiser 4.3L engine that wasn't winterized. I have learned a valuable lesson here. Both exhaust manifolds were busted, a freeze plug under the motor mounts on each side was out. I ordered new exhaust manifolds, new freeze plugs, new spark plugs, wires, and replaced the sensor in...
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