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    Engine alignment ,just got the tool. Pics posted

    I guess I can take another whack at it...Pun intended...Charlie
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    Engine alignment ,just got the tool. Pics posted

    I think you may have it backwards..?? The clean spline marks were on the bottom and stbd side of the tool and the heavy friction mark was on top of the tool with little to no friction or spline marks on port side of tool.Charlie
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    Engine alignment ,just got the tool. Pics posted

    The tool def bottomed out on something,I heard a thud when pushing it in and I did this several times.Charlie
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    Engine alignment ,just got the tool. Pics posted

    Ok so I totally messed up yesterdays attempt at using the alignment tool so I did it correctly today with pics.Looking into through gimbal bearing I was able to clearly see the coupler splines.Gimbal bearing moves smooth as silk.The alignment tool angle of the previous pics was badly exaggerated...
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    Engine alignment ,just got the tool. Pics posted

    Gimbal is very smooth, guess I over did it with the grease on ujoints but like you said ,better than water.I will give it another shot as I didn't think of the spline marks in the grease.I will climb into the engine compartment and see what I can see of the tool and coupler.My assumption was...
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    Engine alignment ,just got the tool. Pics posted

    here is my original post: "1988 Regal commodore with twin 5.0LX rwc alpha drives. I needed to have an engine replaced last year.Found a 2003 5.0 Vortec and the marina that had it also did the install.Unfortunately the marina was not local and it was done in Feb so couldn't reply check it out...
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    I assume I need an engine alignment, vibration when drive is engaged

    sounds about right, maybe just shy of that.Charlie
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    I assume I need an engine alignment, vibration when drive is engaged

    Got my alignment tool.delivered today.Man ...is it HEAVY!!! Don't understand how they can sell and ship for $20 .Gonna watch some vids since I had the wrong idea of the use a an alignment tool.I was under the impression that the tool was longer and actually used to align the engine....my...
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    Need to replace a trailer tire,Hows this one?

    Found this for $50 but I am not familiar with tire ratings. Dynatrail ST Radial Trailer 205/75R14 100L C Trailer Tire
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    Dometic RV fridge RH460LD any good?

    Thanks.Is the silent operation the only feature???
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    Dometic RV fridge RH460LD any good?

    Came across one of these used and was wondering whats good or not so good about this fridge?? Wanting to put a 2nd fridge in my boat and only know Norcold.Anyone??
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    I assume I need an engine alignment, vibration when drive is engaged

    Guess they are cheaper than I assumed...$20 on eBay from what looks to me like a a non china seller.
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    I assume I need an engine alignment, vibration when drive is engaged

    Prop shaft is a good idea for me to check though I saw nothing obvious when I removed the prop last season..Charlie
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    I assume I need an engine alignment, vibration when drive is engaged

    Thanks again guys.I think I will buy an alignment rod and at least take a look for myself.I have pulled and serviced my drive and ujoints ,prop, thrust washer etc since the motor change so I have counted that out for now.Guess I should also take a close look at everything while its idling and...
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    I assume I need an engine alignment, vibration when drive is engaged

    Gonna check that for sure.Never thought of that.Thanks
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    I assume I need an engine alignment, vibration when drive is engaged

    Thanks guys, motor /compression checked out perfectly prior to purchase. Prop and drive are fine.Vibration begins at idle speed as soon as drive is engaged.Never had any vibration prior to engine install.Boat couldn't be water tested after install because it was done in Feb in NY. I will take a...
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    I assume I need an engine alignment, vibration when drive is engaged

    1988 Regal commodore with twin 5.0LX rwc alpha drives. I needed to have an engine replaced last year.Found a 2003 5.0 Vortec and the marina that had it also did the install.Unfortunately the marina was not local and it was done in Feb so couldn't reply check it out till May.There is pretty...
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    Fried Raccoon anyone???

    Your friend is not too bright!!
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    Grease on rims

    this looks like an issue WHILE TOWING. ,I would go with excessive bearing heat.everything expands.check the temp during next tow.Thats where I would go with this issue.Charlie
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    Fried Raccoon anyone???

    An old wives tale!!! I sprayed their tails with yellow rustoleum last year.Never saw them again .....unless less of course they stopped by the dry cleaners after release.
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