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    Volvo Penta 3.0 hard to restart warm

    This is a 98 Volvo Penta 3.0 inboard engine. It starts very well when cold every time. If it's sat for some time, usually it's not a problem. It idles a bit low, but after a minute or two it runs nicely, and idle RPM is up a little. But, if it has been stopped for a short time, maybe 10...
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    What is proper testing with ear muffs look like? 98 Volvo Penta 3.0 with Cobra SX

    I thought with water on and engine running one would see water coming out with exhaust at the center of a prop. I see a good amount of water coming from the transom area, and less is coming out from the prop. Is this a sign that bellows need replacement? Anyone wants to welcome me to the...
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    Fuel line size on Volvo Penta 3.0 black engine - adding water separating filter

    Looking for exact size (diameter) for the fuel line coming from the tank to fuel filter/pump. There are three common sizes, and I don't have the boat near me to measure it. This is for 98 model engine. If you have done this job, where did you mount the filter in engine bay? Thanks guys!
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    Engine RPM cycle at cruising speed, Penta 3.0 GS

    This is a 98 Penta 3.0 black inboard motor, it was running fine but at one point while cruising at around 3K rpm, I noticed the engine rpm dip a little every 5-10 seconds. It is more pronounced at higher rpm, and if going at 2K it is less of an issue, and it would idle fine. Feels like fuel...
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