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  1. alldodge

    '88 5.7 inboard dies after running smooth, restarts after few minutes, smooth again

    To see if your loosing power to the coil, could run a couple wires from ground and + side of coil to a voltmeter or small 12V bulb.
  2. alldodge

    Engine wont turn, frozen

    Statement is not real clear, but I think this is a steering question and not a motor question. Motor starts, runs and will pivot just fine with steering cable disconnected, correct? If so, then problem is cable and/or helm. Does the cable move in/out easy when helm is turned? What kind of...
  3. alldodge

    '88 5.7 inboard dies after running smooth, restarts after few minutes, smooth again

    With it just cutting out it most likely is electrical, most likely a loose/bad connection Serial number shows TB4 but troubleshooting guide for TB5 is the same https://www.mercruiserparts.com/bam/subassembly/31631/954/60 Look under the Dist cap at the pickup. The original pickup used a 2 wire...
  4. alldodge

    LiFePO Batteries ???

    Question A Bat charger reduces the amount of Amps as the need for charge is decreased. The solar charger outputs X amount and is dependent on the sun. What regulates the excess power not needed, and where does it go?
  5. alldodge

    Need to determine best prop for weird setup

    Three things can go on with the diameter differences The prop shaft to Vent plate is taller on the Evinrude which allowed for a larger prop then the Merc. Would need the specs on the motors to determine The gear ratio on the legs could be different There could be a load out difference, someone...
  6. alldodge

    Volvo Penta 2002 ? Blown a Fuse, Now Non Start

    If I understand you correctly You have a remote start switch and want to know how to connect it so it can be used. If correct post pic of starter?
  7. alldodge

    Need to determine best prop for weird setup

    It's HP to weight thing If it's a light boat then the amount of surface area of the blade will not matter as much. Just the reverse if the boat is heavy The motor should be able to turn Max RPM at WOT. This accomplished by as you know prop, and gear ratio. During manufacture the drive ratio is...
  8. alldodge

    Hard plane after switch from points ignition

    Don't pay much attention to everything in pic except for the steps involved in setting timing. Then special attention to note 8 and seeing how much it advanced
  9. alldodge

    Hard plane after switch from points ignition

    You should get 20 to 22 degrees advance with the EST Your points ignition used a full 12V feed to start and a resistance feed when running. The EST needs full 12V to start and run. Where did you get the 12V?
  10. alldodge

    Need to determine best prop for weird setup

    The diameter has an effect but pitch has the largest roll. Many props increase diameter when pitch is reduced
  11. alldodge

    2002 MerCruiser 5 Liter MPI Water in Oil

    Drain everything, then pressurize the block and listen
  12. alldodge

    Spark Plug

    Your serial number shows TB-V so you should have MR43T plugs gaped at .035
  13. alldodge

    What is the right gap for spark plug to my engine

    Manuals for GXI-C and D and GXI-F and G shows plugs 3861632 or TJ14R-P15 gaped at .060
  14. alldodge

    5.0 GXi…

    Might also be the key switch Do you hear a beep before cranking?
  15. alldodge

    Need to determine best prop for weird setup

    I messed up in my first comment A 4 blade 21 = a 3 blade 23 , currently get 3800 RPM Try 3 blade 17 = not much difference You getting more RPM but less speed Might need the prop checked. If blades are bent some the prop might be ventilating
  16. alldodge

    Bravo 3 loss of lube oil - slowly then rapidly x2

    Look in the manual it will list tools needed
  17. alldodge

    Volvo Penta Drive Belt - Lots of dust and quickly wearing??

    Depending on how close it is, the pulley can be moved in. A cheap pulley puller/installer can adjust I'm seeing all pulleys are 5 rib but I'm not able to determine if they are the same width due to optics. Are all pulleys clean and smooth
  18. alldodge

    Need to determine best prop for weird setup

    Initial thoughts A 4 blade 21 = a 3 blade 19 , currently get 3800 RPM Try 3 blade 17 = not much difference The 17 should have at least seen 4000 if not 4200 RPM Recheck RPM with 17 and let us know If you still are not getting much difference the guessing the health of the motor is in question...
  19. alldodge

    Bravo 3 loss of lube oil - slowly then rapidly x2

    It is DIY but you will need some special tools and the service manual
  20. alldodge

    Volvo Penta Drive Belt - Lots of dust and quickly wearing??

    Check your tensioner If to little tension the belt will slip some. Don't know what you spec is but maybe 1 inch max deflection at longest span
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