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    Possible Vapor Lock? Cobalt 190 5.0

    A friend is selling his Cobalt and said last season he had some issues when he took it out. He wants to fix it prior to selling and I said I'd help track down his problem. He said it starts right away, but when he stops after running great, it won't start back up. After it sets for a while...
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    Bravo outdrive vibration when in gear, smooth in neutral

    I dewinterized my friends 89' Arriva over the weekend. I was worried about possible ujoint or gimble bearing vibration and learned a little more about the vibration. When in "N" the motor is smooth as silk. When put in gear it's not too bad, but when I give it gas, the vibration gets slightly...
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    How to check ujoints Bravo II??

    I did a bit of searching and reading and can't find a clear answer. Forgive me if it's been covered, I could not find it. A friend has an older Bayliner Arriva w/ a Bravo II outdrive. Last summer I remember feeling a little more vibration that normal. It's unclear if the u joints have ever...
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    1977 Johnson 9.9 Lower Unit Oil Capacity

    I searched a bit and couldn't find the answer. Just checked my water pump and changed the lower unit gear oil. When I filled it back up, I losened the upper screw and stuck the oil bottle nozzle into the lower hole. Squeezed until oil came out the top hole, then tightened it and quickly put in...
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    7.4 Oil Change Pain In My *****!!

    Well I'll start by saying, it's not my boat, just helping a friend fix up his old 89' Arriva. After breaking in the rebuilt motor from last year, it was time for an oil change. I went with Mobile 1 15w50 and a can of Lucas break in additive per my mechanic's instruction. We only 10 or less...
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    Exhaust Pipes for 7.4 Mercruiser

    So years ago the pipes in my buddies 89' Arriva 2450 rusted/burned through. He was taking the boat out the weekend he noticed, so for a temporary fix he pieced together the correct size PVC pipe. He did not glue it, just pushed it together. That was well over 10 years and he has had no...
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    Rebuilt 7.4 Mercruiser losing oil??

    Only have 10 or so hours on a rebuilt 454 in a 24' Arriva. Runs GREAT, strong as always. Today I heard the engine sounding a touch "off". I raised the engine cover and could hear the valve noise, just ever so slightly louder than normal. Engine was running cool as it should, but the oil...
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    Looking at this pontoon...Help w/ value??

    I have a close friend that is about to buy a party barge for $10k or less. I found this one in the paper, just don't know anything about the value of used pontoon boats. It has an inboard 3.0 Mercruiser, which I would assume is a good thing? Not sure about inboard vs. outboard. "1998...
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    Should I Change The Oil On Rebuilt Engine??

    Last spring we had the engine rebuilt on my friends 89' 7.4 Mercruiser. We broke it in as instructed and have no more than 5 or 6 hours on the engine. Does it need an oil change after the break in and few hours we put on it? The mechanic has a specific Amzoil w/ more zinc and additives in it...
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    Gelcoat Restoration 89' Arriva - Red

    Forgive me if this has already been discussed or and or again, I searched and was unable to locate an answer to my questions. A friend of mine has a 89' Arriva w/ the large red stripe down the side, then grey under that. Last year I wet sanded (by hand) with 1500 grit, then 2000, then buffed...
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    Petcock Size? Mercruiser 7.4L

    When winterizing my friends Arriva 2452, one of the petcocks stripped out from under the block. It took a lot of work and a pair of vice grips to get it out of the block. I guess it's pretty standard, but didn't know what threads it was or if there's a better replacement than the brass plug w/...
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    Yamaha or Evinrude Etec

    I've done a bit of searching and reading, but wanted some specific opinions from you guys. I have a good friend looking to replace his 25 Johnson 2 stroke w/ a brand new 40 four stroke. We both like the idea of the Etec being lighter and more efficient, however he's been known to be rough on...
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    Prop for 1648 w/ Yamaha 40 fourstroke

    Anything over 9.9 is new to me, so bear with me. I have a friend that has almost settled on a new Yamaha 40 four stroke. He'll need/want a SS prop. What are some options for pitch? What range does he have to keep the engine running at the right RPM's? Best for holeshot vs. speed? Thanks for...
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    Arriva 2450 need help

    Ok, Saturday I went and picked up a friends 89' Arriva from the shop. Engine overheated last year and bent/broke rods and wore down the lobes on the cam shaft. Now she's back up and running! Purring like a kitten...a big kitten. Next step is to clean up and fix ALOT of stuff that needs some...
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    94' Yamaha Waverunner won't crank????

    Battery is good, main fuse is good. Was running fine, but after stoping, wouldn't start back up. Plenty of oil, no no problems locking up motor. When You hit the start button, all I get is a dull click/buzz noise. It's coming from the fuse box on the inside wall of the waverunner. Any ideas?
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    800 Mile Boat Trip, Arkansas to Gulf of Mex

    It's about an 800 mile one-way trip. Now one of my buddies is wanting to do the same thing. We know there are no low water dams or major obstacles, but wanted to get some advise from you guys. Anyone heard of something like this? Gas will be our main logistical problem. I've figured if it's...
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    454 mercruiser carb issue, please help!!

    it's early 90's model and has had it's share of work in the past. The boat was running, but not as it used to. The fuel pump was removed and tested and was shot. The new fuel pump works great, but when wired up, gas started pouring out the top of the carb and a exposed needle inlet. So...
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    Which Motor to Buy?

    I have a buddy in Central Arkansas that is looking to sell his 25 hp Johnson 4 stroker...he wants more power and doesn't like the lack of power coming out of the hole. It will be going on a War Eagle 1648? I think. Primarily used for duck hunting and fishing. We both agreed something reliable...
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    2001 25 Johnson 4 stroke smoking

    A buddy bought a used 4 stroke that came on his new boat. After setting up for a couple months, it smoked like crazy for 10 mins or so. Once was warmed up, seems to run fine. What causes that? Can oil seep around rings/valves? He's not happy w/ it's performance compared to a 2 stroke, but...
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    SS Prop on 9.9?

    Johnson 9.9 w/ 15 hp carb runs appx 22 mph on average...Does anybody make a SS Prop? Is there any speed benifit? Is it too much for a 15 hp motor? Where can I find one?
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