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  1. alldodge

    Bravo 3 lube reservoir not draining with outdrive removed

    If it has been disassembled, yes, otherwise if its a drain and refill no IMO
  2. alldodge

    5.0 Gxi-ce 270-r misfires cyl 4&7 at full throttle

    Might connect a fuel pressure gauge to rail and see if pressure drops any
  3. alldodge

    Bravo 3 lube reservoir not draining with outdrive removed

    Yes there is a check valve on the bell housing and the drive. When separated they should seal each side off
  4. alldodge

    Quicksilver 5W30 for all sterndrives

    The 6 cyl verado uses 25W40, the 8 cyl uses 10W30 This is the reason I have 6 gal of 25W40 and 6 gal of 10W30, bought the wrong stuff at first.
  5. alldodge

    Ignition Module for 4.3 Mercruiser with EST ignition

    The modules are the same but getting aftermarket can be an issue. Get one from GM (AC Delco) or Merc
  6. alldodge

    5.0 Gxi-ce 270-r misfires cyl 4&7 at full throttle

    Hey @muc have any ideas on this one?
  7. alldodge

    Quicksilver 5W30 for all sterndrives

    Oh no another oil thread V8 Verado requires 10W30 Syn blend
  8. alldodge

    ECM for 1999 Mercruiser MCM 5.0L EFI / 305 CID

    The MEFI can be scanned for codes using a paper clip and 12V resistor LED. In place of the LED can also use a digital multimeter with tone option. Connect paper clip and led then turn key ON and count flashes
  9. alldodge

    ECM for 1999 Mercruiser MCM 5.0L EFI / 305 CID

    Yes, that's it You need manual 24, To set timing motor must be placed in base timing mode. To do this find the DLC (Data Link Connector). It will have a plastic cover on it that is removed to gain access to the pins. Take a paper clip or small wire and jump pins A and B which places motor...
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    ECM for 1999 Mercruiser MCM 5.0L EFI / 305 CID

    At the base there should be a clamp with one bolt going into the intake. Clamp resembles a Y If it's not there then need to get one. Can obtain from most auto parts store or a junk yard. To time need a timing light (might be able to get a loaner from parts store). If you don't feel up to it...
  11. alldodge

    ECM for 1999 Mercruiser MCM 5.0L EFI / 305 CID

    That's the problem right there. Time motor and clamp the dizzy in place
  12. alldodge

    ECM for 1999 Mercruiser MCM 5.0L EFI / 305 CID

    Your serial number shows it's a MEFI-1 TBI motor. Timing should be 8* BTDC set in base timing mode Plugs MR43LTS Gap 0.045
  13. alldodge

    ECM for 1999 Mercruiser MCM 5.0L EFI / 305 CID

    As Scott mention fuel pressure may be out of spec, should be 30 psi at 1800 RPM You have EST ignition, might have an issue with the modules (item 8 or 9). Have you tested the items? https://www.mercruiserparts.com/bam/subassembly/31844/2704/70
  14. alldodge

    Maybe my turn for new boat time

    I've run twins before, it's the props. I'm barely moving forward put both in REV and it continues to keep going forward, just going to take time and see how it responds Don't have joy stick The steering is Mercs electric/hydraulic steering that comes with the Verado
  15. alldodge

    Maybe my turn for new boat time

    Had the boat a month and took it for a ride today. Love the handling and power, not so much the docking, amount of helm turns and touchy digital throttle controls. I'll get use to the a steering and throttle control, will take longer for docking. Docking - use to single B3 and the B3 bites...
  16. alldodge

    My boat is being a boat . . .

    Electrical gremlins, pesky little B-word
  17. alldodge

    Boat paint for looks only

    Something like Interlux Brightside
  18. alldodge

    My boat is being a boat . . .

    Another lack of quality control issue
  19. alldodge

    1990 4.3 block and 1995 heads, which rocker tightening specs to follow?

    Been thinking about this and zero lash would not be the way to go "IF" your not using lock nuts. What about finding out the push rod length of the original and a vortec? Might be worth the change to go with rods and rockers and not worry about it. Keep same lifters
  20. alldodge

    Boating Trim - electrical problem

    The limit switch probably needs replaced or just bypass it. If it's bypassed then the trim button will bring it full up same as trailer button. Not at my computer or I would post a wiring Pic. There is a purple/white and blue/white wires that go to limit switch. If these are connected together...
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