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  1. ESGWheel

    Mercruiser 120 poor starting

    Great! You are getting gas to the carb! But looks like the carb is not filling up. The fuel level seems too low. See my blown-up picture of your picture. Note the Accelerator Pump bowl gets fed with the slot down the side of the bowl. I would expect the level to be somewhere around the line I...
  2. ESGWheel

    5.0 GXi-J fuel pump relay keeps tripping

    I have been delayed de-winterizing my boat due to medical issues. I hope to get to it in the next couple of weeks…
  3. ESGWheel

    Mercruiser 120 poor starting

    Please make sure you ground out the wire from the coil to the distributor when doing test 1 or even better remove the + wire to the coil. Matching the gaskets was the right think to do. More: Also please get a can of Starter Fluid when you can, not sure if available in your area but it’s a can...
  4. ESGWheel

    Mercruiser 120 poor starting

    Thanks for the follow up and explanation. In spite of other potential issues, suggest focus on the fuel issue until 100% resolved. For your statement “I have redone the fuel test and it’s not getting to the carb now” what exactly does that mean? Let me explain what I am driving at / info that...
  5. ESGWheel

    Mercruiser 120 poor starting

    Guffer, I know this must be very frustrating for you and while I do believe you will ultimately get this running, I have to be frank and suggest that your approach seems to jump around. We started off with what was perceived as lack of fuel to the carb and I am usure if that has been truly...
  6. ESGWheel

    Wiring Question - Trim pump unit seems bad 2007 5.7 SX-A

    Here is a site (link) that explains how these systems work electrically plus some troubleshooting tips.
  7. ESGWheel

    previously posted about intake manifold backfire in my 1996 Volvo Penta 5.8L ford 351 Winsor. Having a complete engine rebuilt. Heads rebuilt twice.

    My suggestion is to perform a leak down test. Start with No. 8 but work it thru all the cylinders. Post results.
  8. ESGWheel

    in a pinch with a 5.7 Volvo Penta

    i cannot tell fm the picture, others may be able to. As i recall the top connection is the intake so need to follow it to ensure that is what it is..... @kenny nunez @Lou C can u tell fm the pic is hose connection (inlet / outlet) correct? thx
  9. ESGWheel

    What steering fluid and tilt fluid do I use?

    Your best bet is to call them. In their info you posted they claim to have top notch technical staff and years of experience. They should be able to help. For the trim fluid, if you had them rebuild that as well, then same question to them. If still OEM, then follow OEM recommendation. For VP...
  10. ESGWheel

    in a pinch with a 5.7 Volvo Penta

    Boataway, Here is an example of the file I was talking about. While mine is an excel format with the embedded pics dan listing of PNs, etc. it is easier to just print out the diagrams and keep them in a file folder for reference. Also here are 3 good places to get VP OEM parts, each one is very...
  11. ESGWheel

    in a pinch with a 5.7 Volvo Penta

    That was just a portion of the diagram These are readily available on this forum and other places There are two for the cooling system Raw water side Circulation side As a suggestion download both and use for a reference and even the part numbers for when u need to get an item When I’m back...
  12. ESGWheel

    in a pinch with a 5.7 Volvo Penta

    If you got antifreeze out of the RWP hoses after running for what I will guess is 5 to 15 min, it means there was no water circulating whatsoever. Do you recall how long it was running before you shut it down? For the reason of no flow but had a new impeller > do you think possible the inlet...
  13. ESGWheel

    in a pinch with a 5.7 Volvo Penta

    Overheating an engine is one of the most surefire and quick ways to destroy it. Not trying to alarm you but you may have more then a leaking steering gear to address. Can you provide more detail about the overheat condition. Like how long the engine was running prior to shutting it down, how...
  14. ESGWheel

    Help me set up my new edelbrock 1409

    If you were getting shocked, it’s an indication of the insulation breaking down and it will only further degrade with time. Best to simply change out rotor, cap and wires and use some dialect grease on the boots for the plugs. Boating time is short and best to have a full up round in all aspects...
  15. ESGWheel

    Need new block drain plugs for 5.0 GL PEFS

    Oh, if you are using plastic, don’t. IMO use brass for both the adaptor (if needed) and plug. Link and link
  16. ESGWheel

    Need new block drain plugs for 5.0 GL PEFS

    Don’t be shy about using a lot of sealants and in combination. Suggest do this: first warp the plug with the sealing thread cord (link), then take two turns on the Teflon tape and then smear the entire thing with a sealant like Megaloc (link). Keep tightening until it feels fully seated and give...
  17. ESGWheel

    previously posted about intake manifold backfire in my 1996 Volvo Penta 5.8L ford 351 Winsor. Having a complete engine rebuilt. Heads rebuilt twice.

    Richard, Were any of the recommendations suggested in your last thread on this topic (link) carried out?
  18. ESGWheel

    Hotter than normal temps. I just replaced the impeller on the sterndrive, and pulled the circulator pump.

    Mustang, I have come to admire your determination and willingness to put yourself out there. This issue is just another in your “I want to get this fixed so I can go boating!” series. My hat is off to you sir! And since the above may not be an appropriate post per se, I will add this > that...
  19. ESGWheel

    1990 mercruiser 4.3 no spark

    Here is the tool I was referring to (link). Seems like availability is now growing. Previously I had to get fm the UK but still about the same price (but I paid $ shipping). Here is a review fm the UK and too funny he mentions had to get his fm the US (link). The advantage is you clip it on the...
  20. ESGWheel

    1990 mercruiser 4.3 no spark

    U hit on the three basic ingredients If good compression and u know it is getting fuel I’m going to lean as u are… I’ve got a tool I’ll post that allows to see if getting spark while cranking - and not a spark gap one … not cheap and may take a week or more to get it, but I’ve got an idea I’ll...
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