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    winterise 4.3L V6 280 C

    Another way to achieve the same is to add two cycle oil into the fuel filter when replacing it for the year end.
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    Engine hours.

    It will be stored in the ECM if your boat has one. What model of engine?
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    5.0 GXI-N Cooling System

    I bet you have a mud dobbers nest in the drive. Since the boat is new to you, I`d go ahead and pull the drives and use the time
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    5.0 GXI-N Cooling System

    I`m confused. Have you tried the blue flush port on the starboard side of the engine, behind the fuel cell. That is what you should run your engines on. Are you doing that and not seeing the water exit?
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    Water in gear oil?

    I think I`d pull the drive and pressure/vacuum test it just to be safe. It will also give you a look at the U joints and gimbal and check the alignment. I`ve experienced water and it was more of a milky cappuchino color when drained.
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    Reconnecting Hoses to Sea Water Pump

    I think you have it right.
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    Dreaded Fuel Cell Whine?

    I refurbished my fuel pump myself as a winter project four years ago. It was pretty easy with just basic tools. I did mine a preventative and was not having any symptoms at the time. Once apart, I cleaned all parts and applied paint remover to the inside of the cylinders, the paint peeled off...
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    Engine oil in 2007 SX-A outdrive?

    Engine oil and drive oil are separate and cannot be mixed. I would pull the drive and check the bellows to make sure that you do not have any drive oil leaking into there. if none there, then you probably leaked it out into the water during use and will need to replace some seals.
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    gl5 oil all the same?

    I use Amsoil marine drive oil. I have spoke with them and their tech indicated that it is safe for cone clutch drives.
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    gl5 oil all the same?

    I think it needs to not to have LS(limited slip) additives.
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    Volvo Penta prop help

    Can someone help me understand VP props. I currently have a DPS-A with stainless F5 props powered by a 5.7 GXI-J, 320 hp, The max RPM is 5K. I am not getting max RPM, only about 4300. My hole shot is good. What is the range that I need to move to get the higher RPM`s, do I go down to F4`s or...
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    DPS-A Bad Seal Somewhere

    I pulled my lower unit as I do every year for winterization. This year I found my drive oil slightly white in color. It appears I may have a very slow leak somewhere. I have pressure tested the unit and it held 15 lbs for 24 hours. Vacuum tests show a slow loss over an hour or so. Which seals...
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    New engine, wont start.

    I have replaced my 5.7 GXI-J this year with a new long block. Essentially a new block and heads. I transferred over intake manifold, distributor, ECM, fuses from old engine. New motor placed in boat and all hooked up. I went to start initially, fuel cell charges and primes, hear the traditional...
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    New motor, do I need to fill block with water?

    I have a brand new engine block sitting in my boat that hopefully I will start up tomorrow. Since the block is dry, do I need to fill the water jackets before I start or will the hose supplied water do that. I’m thinking that the thermostat will be closed and will divert all incoming water into...
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    Best riser gaskets?

    I need to be ordering new riser gaskets for my 5.7 GXI soon. I have Barr manifolds and VP risers. Who makes the best gaskets for this combination?, VP, Barr, Sierra, other ?
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    Exhaust manifold installation

    I am ready to install the exhaust manifolds on my new 5.7 GXI block. I am a big fan of Permatex avation#3 sealant. Would it be a bad idea to apply a thin coating of this sealant around the bare metal ports of the block and manifold while installing the gasket?
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    VP 5.7 GXI-j Setting Distributor T

    I am in the process of re-powering my engine. I have purchased a new VP GXI,320 hp long block and have some questions about distributor timing. I have installed the distributor and feel that I have it aligned properly with the engine in the #1 TDC position. I have read conflicting information...
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    Engine Swap questions 5.7GXI-J

    I`ve begun the process of swapping out my locked up 5.7 with a new long block 5.7. I will need to transfer some of the components from the bad engine over to the new block. In the process I am refurbishing/repainting some of the items as I go. Specifically regarding the sensors of the block...
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    5.7 GXI motor mount question

    I’m getting ready to pull my engine and have a couple questions as it pertains to the engine mounts. All wires, lines, cables and hoses have been disconnected. My question pertains to the front engine mounts. I tried loosening the large top nut with a crescent wrench but it just turned with...
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    VP 5.7gxi-j- rebuild or remanufactured block

    Unfortunately due to a series of unseen circumstances, I am in the need of a new engine block. I think my oil pump let go while at cruising speed. I need the forums advise on which direction to go. Do I have the existing block pulled and rebuilt or go the route of a reman long block swapping...
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