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  1. 1994almeida

    5.0 GI PWTR recommended RPM

    Hi On my Volvo 5.0 GI PWTR TBI engine when I reduce the engine power, the engine not return to the recommended RPM +/- 650 . Moving the Throttle lever to full close position the throttle doesn?t close totally, so the RPM doesn?t drop to 650 RPM. I think the problem is the coil force that is not...
  2. 1994almeida

    SX-M Installation

    I removed the stern drive unit SX-M, in order to lubricate the U-joint and inspect Bellows. Now, during the installation, I have to tighten the 6 elastic mounting bolts nuts to 50 ft lbs, that securing the upper unit to the transom bracket. I have one torque wrench ? in drive cliper type...
  3. 1994almeida

    International Yachtpaint Interprotect epoxy primer

    Hi I plan to paint my Volvo Penta SX-M Outdrive. 1 Clean and degrease with acetone? Or withe spirit ? 2 Mechanically abrade using aluminum compatible paper. 3 Apply International Yachtpaint Interprotect epoxy primer. 4 Trilux International antifouling paint. According International...
  4. 1994almeida

    NGK Spark Plug

    Hi On my Volvo Penta 5.0 GI PWTR from 1999, I have installed NGK R BPR5EFS Spark Plug. Could you please inform if it is the correct Spark Plug for this engine ? What should be the gap, according Volvo Penta Spark Plug 3851857 Gap 0.045?, or according NGK? Thanks, Almeida
  5. 1994almeida

    Re-fill gear oil in the Volvo SX-M 1.60 drive

    Hi In order to re-fill gear oil in the Volvo SX-M 1.60 drive, I need an adaptor for the manual oil pump / SX Drive, but I can?t found on local market. Could you please identify this adapter, P/N, name ??, in order to check on e-bay? Or: It is possible to re fill the gear oil through the...
  6. 1994almeida

    Distributor Cap

    On my Volvo Penta 5.0 GI PWTR from 1999, I would like to know your if the Distributor Cap is OK?. I send 2 photos, before and after cleaning. There are too much burning, wear or corrosion?. The Distributor Cap Shaft also has corrosion and I use WD 40 to remove the corrosion. It is sufficient or...
  7. 1994almeida

    Drive unit SX-M lack of material ?

    Hi After remove the stern drive unit SX-M, from year 1999, in order to lubricate the U-joint and inspection of the Bellows I detect this lack of material. It is normal or is a real lack of material. If so what is the corrective action? Tanks Almeida
  8. 1994almeida

    Stern drive unit SX-M removal

    Hi I plan to remove the stern drive unit SX-M, from year 1999, in order to lubricate the U-joint and inspection of the Bellows. Is my first removal, by myself, so I have some doubts. 1. To remove the stern drive SX-M the unit should be in Forward or Neutral Gear? 2. In order to remove the...
  9. 1994almeida

    5.0 GI Engine water temperature sensor resistance

    Hi On my Volvo Penta 5.0 GI PWTR from 1999, the engine water temperature sensor resistance is, at 100? F ( 38? Celsius) 1400 ohms. According Seloc Volvo Penta Manual 1992-03, at 100? F, the resistance of the sensor should be 403 ? 493 ohms The temperature at the gauge is always low, at cruise...
  10. 1994almeida

    My ?no? winterizing is sufficient ?

    HI I live near Lisbon, Portugal where the temperature in winter it is never negative. So on my Volvo 5.0 GI PWTR, TBI, from 1999, my winterizing is: - Monthly run up the engine during 15 minutes at 1000 ? 1500 rpm. - I only remove the 2 drain plug from the exhaust manifold, in order to always...
  11. 1994almeida

    Spark plug ignition cable

    Hi On my 1999 Volvo Penta 5,0 GI, the spark plug ignition cable has 15 K Ohms kΩ resistance. The cable has 3,3 feet length. Is this a normal value? Thanks, Almeida
  12. 1994almeida

    Volvo 5.0 GI low idle

    I have a Year 1999 Volvo Penta 5,0 Gi (TBI), with SX Gear, which dies below 1 000 rpm, when cold. During the start I have to put the throttle a little forward and maintain it in order to reach 1000 rpm or more. When the engine warms he runs properly at idle speed +/- 700 rpm. As I know on this...
  13. 1994almeida

    Volvo Penta 5,0 Gi

    On my 1999 Volvo Penta 5,0 Gi, with SX Gear, when I put my hands on the lower unit and make force up and down I detect one gap apparently between the trim cylinders and the transom unit. Is this gap a normal occurrence? Could be a problem? There are any limits? Thanks
  14. 1994almeida

    Sea Ray 220 BR Select

    I am looking to purchase 1995 Sea Ray 220 BR Signature Select boat. I would like to know were can I find information about the freeboard of this boat, because I will use it on sea waters (calm, but could happen 4 ? 5 ft waves). How is this boat on sea waters? Thanks, Almeida
  15. 1994almeida

    Shift Interrupt Switch

    Hi On my 1997 MCM V6 4,3 LX GEN + when I shift into forward or reverse gear, the engine fails, because the Shift Interrupt Switch doesn?t return to his neutral and normal position. The Switch maintains pressed. I lubricate the zone, but the problem maintains. What could be the problem? If I...
  16. 1994almeida

    4.3 LX Exhaust Manifold

    HI On my 1997 MCM V6 4,3 LX GEN + , used in salt water during 6 month a year, I have one piece Exhaust Manifold P/N 807293A2. This type of manifold doesn’t have risers so I can’t clean out the ports, flush well, and then inspect. What is the expected life for this particularly type of...
  17. 1994almeida

    Specifications for MerCruiser engine 4,3 V6 1997

    Hi Where can I find the specifications of 1997, V6 MerCruiser engine, MCM 4,3 LX GEN + Thunderbolt Ignition , S/N GM 12552422 or S/N OK 154330 ? What is the difference between MCM and MerCruiser engines? Thanks, Almeida
  18. 1994almeida

    Bow and Stern eyes - 1997 Bayliner Capri 2050

    Hi To put on water my 1997 Bayliner Capri 2050 CZ the hoist suspend the boat using the original Bow and Stern eyes which has 3/8 x 3”. The original dimensional 3/8 is enough to hang up this boat with 2400 Weight? Is safe? After these years should I reinforce the Bow eyes? Thanks, Almeida
  19. 1994almeida

    Bow and Stern eyes - 1997 Bayliner Capri 2050

    Hi To put on water my 1997 Bayliner Capri 2050 CZ the hoist suspend the boat using the original Bow and Stern eyes which has 3/8 x 3”. The original dimensional 3/8 is enough to hang up this boat with 2400 Weight? Is safe? After these years should I reinforce the Bow eyes? Thanks, Almeida
  20. 1994almeida

    Preventive Maintenance

    HI I have 1996 Escort Trailer model WT 20 PCB. What kind of preventive maintenance should I perform? How can I access the brakes? to inspect the pads? Thanks, Almeida
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