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  1. Scott Danforth

    Cooling System Generic Info

    when the boat is stationary, the impeller is about 8-10" under the water level. this does the initial prime the fact that the lower unit inlet holes are pointed forward means that water is forced in as the propeller pushes the drive forward. that forward movement keeps the impeller primed...
  2. Scott Danforth

    91 Reinell 191 vs 92 excel 185x

    both boats are over 30 years old. assume both are projects
  3. Scott Danforth

    Volvo penta 230B with SPCD Trim out drive trim gauge issue

    yes, there is an internal pressure regulator in the pump. look here for manuals. https://www.volvopenta.com/en-us/service-and-support/your-engine/manuals-and-handbooks/
  4. Scott Danforth

    Volvo penta 230B with SPCD Trim out drive trim gauge issue

    you could hold the button down forever and not "fry" the pump. there is no down trim limit. just the cylinders bottoming out regarding your trim system, did you use the troubleshooting guide in the volvo service manual? it is quite extensive.
  5. Scott Danforth

    1982 16ft McCready Rail/Mirro Rebuild

    3" cup brush on a 2' long drill extension, a cordless drill and a pair of rubber gloves. the cup brush will chew the foam up, then you just vacuum the mess with your wet-dry vac.
  6. Scott Danforth

    Low Oil pressure at idle.

    it could be possible that one of the oil control check valves is stuck. however that will require access from underneath the engine to get to the check valve. you will most likely need to pull the motor to get to it. do your own research and google KAD44 oil cooler. it is a simple shell and...
  7. Scott Danforth

    Just bought boat, most gauges inoperable

    Welcome aboard Campion is also out of business. however neither companies had an owners manual or service manual. those things do not exist for a boat (with very few exceptions). However the engine, drive and controls have a service manual. Those factory service manuals can be obtained thru...
  8. Scott Danforth

    Start batteries repositioning

    coming from a background where I used to design diesel and natural gas engine installations, you will most likely need 4/0 (0000) cable. on some larger diesel engines, with a 20 foot run between the batteries and starters, we were running 500MCM cable its all about what the starter pulls and...
  9. Scott Danforth

    Testing transom assembly for leaks

    What are you trying to learn by dropping the boat in the water without the motor and hanging the drive? Trust that you did a good job on the transom, that it is flat and within specs and you have a new transom seal
  10. Scott Danforth

    Volvo Penta DP-SM Steering actuator leak. 21910902

    I would get the kit from FiveStar and do it yourself Yes, rubber bits do not last more than 15-20 years Suggest getting your outdrive tilt and trim cylinder kits from FiveStar as well
  11. Scott Danforth

    Lookin' for documentation,.....

    They don't fit... However the LDV8 would
  12. Scott Danforth

    Lookin' for documentation,.....

    Bondo, shouldn't Jeeps be getting Cummins 4BTAA diesels?
  13. Scott Danforth

    Lookin' for documentation,.....

    I know that OMG had some reverse rotation. many inboards did. Not sure on Mercruiser. However I can ask some grey-beards that may or may not still be in Fond du lac @Bondo , yes, in a shell and tube heat exchanger, you get about 75% the cooling if you reverse the hot side direction...
  14. Scott Danforth

    Start batteries repositioning

    10 foot run and you are not going to use 4 gauge the motor will never spin over. maybe 0000 your current cables are bigger than 4 gauge. they look like 2 or 0 and skip the buss bar idea like Bondo noted way too many connections. simply remove your short cables and install fatter and...
  15. Scott Danforth

    Low Oil pressure at idle.

    the shell and tube oil cooler is on the side of the block
  16. Scott Danforth

    Do you guys think this prop and rudder have been in salt water ? From a moomba 2007 LSV

    Please follow the rules and only have one thread per topic
  17. Scott Danforth

    trailer makes banging noise when stop & starting

    If you have drum brakes, adjust the shoes Check your brake fluid
  18. Scott Danforth

    Where to buy SeaRay pinstriping?

    Please do not post in thread s older than 90 days.
  19. Scott Danforth

    Hose leak at trim pump oil reservoir

    No, not with an SAE inverted flare.
  20. Scott Danforth

    1973 Pacemaker Yachts 40 Motor Yacht - Aft Bilge Pump

    Doesn't exist, never did
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