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  1. Scott06

    Timing is retarded ;-)

    Verify the tach is correct in case it is reading higher, or did u reving above 3 k and see advance stopping? Usually this relates to the ignition module failing. The module is inside the distributor is it down on power ?
  2. Scott06

    Flames up when starting

    If it was running prior and no one moved the distributor I would think you have a valve hanging open. Normally a back fire like this is timing being so off the cylinder fires when a valve is open. Common when starting a new engine or if the distributor is removed and engine is being retimed. I...
  3. Scott06

    Should I pull heads for inspection, 5.7 liter

    After the carb rebuild they are still wet with fuel? Would clean or replace to see what is going on now. if still fouling plugs then carb isn't properly working yet or is it oil fouling? Did you set the idle mix properly and is the choke opening fully You can ruin the rings by washing the...
  4. Scott06

    4.3 that I was not winterized

    Pressure test the cooling system. Normally a 4.3 will crack in lifter valley just below the heads tag probably means it is a rebuild. if you need a 4.3 ( block verified cracked) just figure out your block casting number and get a $400 from a wrecking yard.
  5. Scott06

    Alpha outdrive stud came off with nut. Never saw this before???

    Super glue is when you skin your knuckle and need to glue the skin back…not making that up. Jfc are we really limited by our loctite budget?
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    Alpha outdrive stud came off with nut. Never saw this before???

    only thing to add is follow the loctitie cure time on the tech data sheet for which ever thread locker you are using. You can find them online but usually 24 hrs will let it set up
  7. Scott06

    new carb

    Do a little research first- you can tell them apart by bowl venting, throttle linkage, lack of vacuum ports, and nipple to connect to mechanical fuel pump rupture overflow. This is from OEMs like Holley Quick Fuel and Edlebrock. Instead of posting the same concerns several times -why don't...
  8. Scott06

    Turbo tax

    Used it for years would recommend if you do your own questions prompt you. Since std deduction went up I dont itemize anymore so not much too it the e filing alone makes it easier.
  9. Scott06

    new carb

    they did in the link https://www.marineengine.com/parts/mercruiser-sterndrive-parts/ there are listings about halfway down for 302's 888 was 2 bbl, the 215, 225, & 225S were 4 bbl of course these were a long time ago... if you click on the links tlo the carbs looks like the 4 bbls were...
  10. Scott06

    new carb

    Yeah i think you were the only one that didnt know that... the eddy 1409 and 1410 are marine rated (600 and & 750 cfm respectively) and are basically copies of the webber carbs Merc used a while back to the OP - depending on what his original set up was for carb and throttle linakge- I think...
  11. Scott06

    new carb

    Just make sure you get a marine rated carb not an automotive one .
  12. Scott06

    Need help to identify this Alpha drive

    yes was off on serial number . 1.98 is for a 3.0 4 cylinder . V8 will take a 1.47 or 1.62 ratio.
  13. Scott06

    Need help to identify this Alpha drive

    I would say that is probably an earlier MC1 which is a bolt in swap With an alpha one. Giveaway will be the lifting eye on top of the drive can you post pictures? you need to make sure it is the right ratio for your application. Can remove the top cover to see
  14. Scott06

    Aluminum boat

    Danforth has it laid out it looks easier than it is. Go to you tube and look videos of guys doing this and pay special attention to the black chit they get covered with head to toe ....
  15. Scott06

    New to me boat

    By brother has these on his Twin Vee power cat. They work very well to drain the cockpit. This is on a skiff with low freeboard so often get water in while underway. Just drains out the back, and until you get comfortable with them it can seem worrisome. the ones on his boat are for a different...
  16. Scott06

    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    my swag was $45-55 each.... this project makes my half in the bag idea of converting my 21 ft BR to a VP forward drive or Bravo 4s to do poor mans wake surfing look cheap.....
  17. Scott06

    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    I think your price estimate is light
  18. Scott06

    mercruiser 4.3 thermostat housing

    it is stamped in the metal so unless horribly corroded it will be under the sticker. Also worth a look if you still have the original paper work that comes with the boat when sold. Both boats I have had - a packet from the dealer that contains mostly garbage safety info also had a packet from...
  19. Scott06

    mercruiser 4.3 thermostat housing

    This is a gen 2 alpha drive
  20. Scott06

    mercruiser 4.3 thermostat housing

    if you find the serial number you put it in here (there are other sites too) and this will take you to the correct parts for your specific unit https://www.marineengine.com/parts/mercruiser-stern-drive/index.php
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