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    ignition upgrade

    I plan to upgrade from points to electronic ignition...new distributer to plugs. For GM 350/Volvo (96 SB motor). Description says regular and Crusader style. When the heck is Crusader style? Thanks in advance..Robby
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    Old school winterize ? New Thread

    If I drain the block (350 IO) after using a "SaltAway" flush, (salt seawater cooled), and leave it alone, rust will follow, right? I don't feel like messing with Anti-freeze and guessing all the water is replaced, and also don't feel like killing my dog with the mess involved.<br /> Isn't there...
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    Distributor make

    Volvo Penta AQ255a280 1977? GM350. Has a distributor with a flat cap...book shows all tower type caps. Anybody know what make this is? Its a Volvo unit from a later year I believe. Would like to know the type to order a tune up kit, or possible upgrade to Pertronix. Brown cap, side vent, side...
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    Mechanical Fuel Pump Question

    1977 24'/Bayliner/VP350GM. New auto rebuilder core of unknown year was installed in 1996 with all marine stuff transferred. Again, not sure of year, but all the stuff fit. And 350 small blocksd cover generations. I'm the second owner, so thats all I know. Problem is the mechanical fuel pump...
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    Alpha zinc ques..

    Neighbor has a Merc Alpha 1 O/D, and bought a new zinc for under the stainless braided trim oil line block. Came with a gasket and a plug. Just what the hell is that plug for? I see where it goes, but I don't know the reason or even why its there. I only know V/P outdrives, so I believe I'm...
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    Prop pitch...no #'s?

    Does anyone know what Pitch this Volvo Penta 270 17 spline prop is? Numbers are 45042, and SMC 349. Looks like 14" dia,. (Sure wish ALL props were stamped!)Thanks.
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    Non-marine waterpump (circ pump)

    Does anyone have a ballpark hour/time frame figure on using a automotive water pump (circulation pump) on a GM 350 VP 280? Raw water cooled and used in saltwater. I took a new one, sprayed the back steel plate, and the steel impeller with Transducer paint, and figure pull it off at the end off...
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    Bayliner engine vents collect rainwater

    Does anyone know of an aftermarket or backyard fix for the rain and water collector engine vents for a 1977 24' Bayliner Saratoga? Those on it now (18x4)are vertical slats, and tilted in at 30 degree along with the hull and will collect enough water in a good storm to fill the blower side hose...
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    Barnacle/slime advise

    Okay, got the big slip finally, and will leave the 1977 (great shape) 24' Bayliner Saratoga V/P 280 in the water for about 4 months in Puget Sound. Will paint the bottom, transducer paint on SS trim tabs, Trilux on the prop and lower leg. What to use on the middle working parts of the 280...
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    Volvo Alternator upgrade

    Bought a 1977 Bayliner w/AQ255A/280(GM350). Alternator(stock)is a SEV Marchal 35a that is weak. Does anyone know what it can be upgraded to so that the old mounts can be used, and it also is 3 wire-two wires and one clip wire. Boat motor rebuilt in 96, and boat in great shape. I found one SEV...
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