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    Lower unit oil, Volvo or other

    Guys, please settle something for me. I have a DPS-A and for a couple years now have been running Lucas synthetic 75-90W gear oil in the unit without any problems, changing it annually. Primarily because a Volvo service center is not nearby and I would have to order and have it shipped which...
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    5.7 GXI-J Spark Plug Cross Refrence

    Hey guys, getting my spring upgrades ordered for my boat so that it will be ready when I bring her home from storage. One of those upgrades is to replace the spark plugs in my 5.7GXI-J engine .Volvo charts show part number 21467472, for a package of 4, at about $12.00 per plug. I believe these...
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    New Drive Bellows Question DPS-A

    I just ordered a new Drive and Exhaust bellows for my DPS-A outdrive. I noticed that with the new Drive bellows only one new clamp was provided. The exhaust bellows came with two. If I remember right, when I disconnected my old Drive bellows, it had a clamp on each end. Am I expected to reuse...
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    Outdrive Refinishing Question

    My off season project is to refinish the exterior of my DPS-A. Along with replacing the bellows and gimbal next spring when the boat comes home from storage. The outdrive is on a wheeled cart in my garage for servicing this winter. It has some minor surface gouges that I am trying to fill, level...
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    DPS-A removed, now have more questions on findings.

    Following up a thread I started a few weeks ago where I was asking questions about removing my outdrive(dps-a) , I got it off. I ended up having to use the hydraulic rams and a well placed wooded block to get it to separate. I was unfortunately greeted by a small amount of rusty water during the...
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    DPS-A Removal

    During winterization here in a few weeks, I am contemplating removing of my drive (DPS-A) for winter reconditioning. I plan on striping, painting and replacing my bellows along with basic general maintenance during the off season. I have never removed a drive. How difficult is it to do and what...
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    Volvo Belt Tensioner- dumb question

    Guys, need to confirm something, before I break it. I need to replace the serpentine belt on my 5.7 GXI-J. I know where the tensioner is, my question is what is the correct proceedure to retract or to slacken the tensioner to allow me to remove the old belt and replace it with the new. Do I put...
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    Steering and Shift Adjustments 2008 VP 5.7 gxi, dps

    Hey guys, I think my steering and linkage need some minor adjustments, tightning up a bit. I looked through my owners manual and found nothing on how or where to start. How easy/difficult is it for the backyard mechanic to complete? Do any of you have a source, shop manual, you tube video...
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    Weight difference between Steel and Aluminum Trailer?

    Looking at two boats very similar in size and weight. One has an Aluminum trailer and one has a Steel trailer under it. Both are tandem axle. I uncovered the apparent fact that the Aluminum trailer weights about 1000 lbs less that the steel version of the same. I am concerned because the 1K...
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    Increasing Half Ton`s Towing Capabilities ?

    I currently tow with a `05 Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 4wd with the 5.3 engine. I believe it has a tow rating of 7500lbs. I am considering purchasing a new boat that with the trailer come in around 6300lbs. I am wondering what reasonably can be done to this truck to make it a stronger tow vehicle, I...
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    Sx to dps ratio`s

    I am contemplating a swap out of my `02 VP SX-M to a DPS lower unit. My current sx-m gear ratio is a 1.60. What DPS gear ratio should I look for to be a close equivilant. Thanks.
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    SX-M TO DPS, Is it possible, whats the cost

    Would love to swap out my SX-M outdrive for a DPS outdrive. First of all is it possible, secondly how difficult is the change over to do, and thirdly what would be the net cost in doing so, assuming I could sell my SX-M to offset the cost. Anybody done it?
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    Sliding Tongue Grease

    I am in the process of re-conditioning my trailer surge brake slider, replacing the shock dampner and cleaning out the old grease. Is there a better grease than another to reinstall in the cleaned up unit. Should I use regular wheel grease or white lithium grease, is one better than another?
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    VP Kill switch with lanyard part#

    Feeling the need to purchase a back up kill switch lanyard for my VP engine and control. The coloration on my current one looks brittle and I can see a prong breaking off soon. Anybody out there know a VP part number to search or know of a place where I can buy an aftermarket, if made. Its for...
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    Alternator guage readings

    I`ve noticed that my Charge indicator on my dash seldom gets much above 12volts, especially at lower speeds on my VP 5.0 l. The origional alternator was re-built a couple years ago. My batteries are newer, less than two years old and I keep them fully charged before going out each week. Is this...
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    Alternator hook up.

    Does anybody know where I can view a wiring diagram of the backside of an alternator showing which studs the wires are nutted to. I took mine off my 5.0gxib engine to have it rebuilt and I want to make sure that I get it wired back properly. It is the origional to my engine, not sure of...
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    Underheating 5.0 gxib

    Hey guys, I am continuing to chase an Underheating problem with my VP 5.0 gxi-b engine. Ever since I accquired this boat my boat never seems to get up to the 160 normal operating temp. My guage seems to stay in the 120-130 area, no matter how long or how hard the engine is ran. In fact the...
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    Correct Part # for water temp sending unit.

    Hey guys, need help finding a correct part number. I have a 2002 5.0 gxi-b engine. I am looking to replace my water temp sending unit that screws into the thermostat housing. I am getting some funny readings on my dash guage and figured this would be a good place to start. My search so far has...
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    Upgrade to Class IV hitch?

    It just hit me that my trucks (`05 Silverado 1500 with tow package) hitch may not be rated for the boat that I pull. Been towing my boat, about 6-6,500 lbs including trailer for the last 3 years, without any problems , with the factory Class III, 5k rated, hitch that came with the truck. So far...
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    Exaust Manifold Temperature Differences

    I fired my motor up this weekend for the first time this spring. Its a 5.0 gxi-b. After running for about 10 minutes on the muffs, making sure the water pump was working after being replaced, I decided to take some temp readings at various locations on the engine with a laser temp gauge. I...
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