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  1. alldodge

    Mercury 50 hp won't turn off

    Howdy A 4 stroke motor needs a connection made to run and remove the connection and it dies. The 2 stroke is the opposite, it needs a ground applied to the magneto to stop and removed to run. In the pic below there are 2 "M" terminals. One of the M is grounded and the other goes to the...
  2. alldodge

    Using the paperclip to get motor RPM down for trolling

    Agree with Scott, get a different prop (best) or trim the drive up more so you get less speed The paper clip at the DLC connector puts the motor in base timing mode, and while it can slow it down, I would strongly suggest not doing this for trolling purposes. But to answer your question its...
  3. alldodge

    Lots of ignition/starter/alternator questions

    I see an automotive ALT installed and that is a :nono: , its not ignition protected and can blow your boat up. The +15V is showing the ALTS regulator is bad. Also the flamethrower coil is not used with points, unless it states to use with an external resistor
  4. alldodge

    Mercruiser 305 sensor/sender Questions

    Water temp is color is Tan and Oil pressure is Light Blue Don't know about a white/Blue but there is a Light Blue/white that goes to the trim up circuit The one next to the distributor in most cases is the oil pressure sensor, but if it is a switch, then it would go to a light because you...
  5. alldodge

    Engine Quits

    My last comment on this issue just so you understand why A "Stock" motor which has a 140 thermostat in it then it should stay close to 140 degrees and can climb some during hard running. Running 3/4 throttle is not that hard, and I also have similar boat (95 Rinker). A stock motor which has a...
  6. alldodge

    Lower transom bolts broke off

    Well that's not a Gen 2, and check the inner plate to see if there are any cracks Its items 18 thru 21 http://www.mercruiserparts.com/bam/subassembly/30872/2203/30 And 17 and 18 http://www.mercruiserparts.com/bam/subassembly/30872/2203/20
  7. alldodge

    3.0L won't start, idle, or run without constantly pumping the throttle

    You will need a fitting to connect to the carb . Use rubber fuel line and connect one end to the fuel line going to the cab with a clamp. Then install a Tee, more fuel line and clamps. Can also use to fittings, one on carb and the other on the pump with Tee, in between. Another method is get one...
  8. alldodge

    Engine alarm on Mercury Bluewater 350, seeking help, advice

    Does show Wolf's Head (AOC Oil Inc, Tamps FL) has API certification, but the 30W is to thin and only recommended for temps of 32 to 50 degrees F. Not bad mouthing the oil, but the only reason there using it is because its cheap cost. Charge 100 for an oil change, and pay 2.50 a QT for oil, not...
  9. alldodge

    Deciphering Codes, next steps?

    The one with the [ b ] is the water pressure sensor. The sensor is located above the rear of the motor, between motor and transmission. In the link below see item 4 in the box, this is the pressure sensor http://www.mercruiserparts.com/bam/subassembly/31602/7752/250 The sensor looks like...
  10. alldodge

    Is this the singe drain plug?

    Unable to find you serial number, unless real old the serial number are like 0Cxxxxxx It could be the drain plug but doesn't look like it for me. In any case its not a single point but may be one of the points. No oil should come out socould just remove to see if water comes out In this link...
  11. alldodge

    Deciphering Codes, next steps?

    Being before 2004 motor I would think the same thing could happen. In most cases the IAC gets hot and throws a code. The heat from the IAC can also damage the pigtail. The fuel pump relay and fuel level is not an issue and normal for motors without digital controls. Check for 5V on the water...
  12. alldodge

    Prop reccomendation - 21' deck boat

    Howdy Michael Do appreciate the method of how you provided the needed info requested in the sticky. Had to get rid of all those color, font size, and other crud so I can at least read what your asking. Being a deck boat and not much a Vee hull so your drive is probably not low enough in the...
  13. alldodge

    No Power to Nav/Anc Rocker Switch

    Howdy Not 100% sure of what you have done, but sounds like you had to much on the one circuit. Replacing the fuse tells me there was to much of a draw on the circuit. The Nav and Anchor should be on a circuit by them selves. Put interior lights and other things on there own circuit. Power...
  14. alldodge

    Change to High Volume Oil Filtration

    Have done some changes and recording data. Changed back to 20W50 and idle is about 60 and once block gets to 140 (thermostat) pressure is right at 50 psi. Running on plane between 3800 to 4k RPM, oil temps get up to 260 if running for long enough, WOT climbs above and I slow it down. Block...
  15. alldodge

    Mercruiser 5.7L Cranks but no signs of life

    I suggest start again with checking firing order
  16. alldodge

    Temperature alarm switch

    Howdy Don'y know which GL you have but the Blue wire goes to the oil pressure gauge. All GL models from A thru E have switches installed which go to the alarm for oil pressure, exhaust over temp, motor over heat For a stock motor I don't see any advantage to installing an oil temp alarm...
  17. alldodge

    Cant source Trailer u bolts

    Make your own, pick up some 3/8 plate steel and some bolts, nuts a washers. Maybe some spring shackle hardware
  18. alldodge

    Bravo 3 Prop Nut

    That is YES and NO The older B3 units just used a self locking nut and never used a cotter pin. The newer units use a longer brass nut which is tapped on the end to install another anode and secure with a stainless steel socket head screw It says to torque but I never have. Just put a 2x...
  19. alldodge

    Solved: Regal 2450 / Volvo Penta 5.7 GXi - Ignition Switch Issues

    Your cockpit busses should have no effect on the motor, they are there to run things other then the motor. The pic below is an expanded view of the area I'm talking about. Your motor has 3 fuses and 1 breaker on it to control ignition, fuel pump, instruments and trim. Your helm has been...
  20. alldodge

    Solved: Regal 2450 / Volvo Penta 5.7 GXi - Ignition Switch Issues

    The Red/Purple comes direct from the Motor thru the 60 amp fuse. It should be hot all the time so long as the battery (battery switch) is connected.
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