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  1. alldodge

    Compression test results 4.3L V6 2005 what do You think?

    Hey @Bondo @Scott Danforth a little help please
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    Compression test results 4.3L V6 2005 what do You think?

    Verify compression gauge Do a leak down test Right now your compression is way to high. If your cylinders are actually 150 to 160 except 5 then that would mean 5 is 116. If compression is accurate then need to find out why their to high. This is caused by liquid or carbon build up. If it...
  3. alldodge

    Compression test results 4.3L V6 2005 what do You think?

    5 is not firing very well and most likely do to low compression 6 the thread being oily might just be because the valve cover is leaking slightly. Don't think its the valve seal because there isn't much of any carbon build up If the choke was not opening all the way "ever" then this can cause...
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    Compression test results 4.3L V6 2005 what do You think?

    The leak down test will tell if its rings or valves for the low compression. You can do it just to 5 but figured doing the test might as well get readings on the rest. The plug doesn't look bad but all show signs of rich
  5. alldodge

    Internal Coolant Flush and Winterizing VP 4.3 GXI-BF

    Remove the block drains, there is one on each side. Re-install plugs and fill with 50/50 or higher concentration. Don't know of a detailed write up other then the owners manual maybe
  6. alldodge

    Compression test results 4.3L V6 2005 what do You think?

    Then your flooding or other liquid in the cylinders. Compression should not be that high unless motor was rebuilt with high compression parts. If you have a air compressor, check with tank pressure In any case, still leak down
  7. alldodge

    Compression test results 4.3L V6 2005 what do You think?

    Ya need a new gauge Do a leak down test to see if its the valve or rings on 5
  8. alldodge

    battery

    If the 8 gauge is the battery cable then ok, and assume its a small motor
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    Exhaust Shutters - To Flap or Not?

    Flaps don't hurt, but if you have room put a 3 inch riser in and leave the flaps out
  10. alldodge

    Mercruiser 3.0 TKS problem at cold air temperatures

    Running rich when cold, manual 41 Was the volume reduction plug installed in the correct orientation? Assuming the jets were not mixed up with TKS jets Float adjustments are correct, and spring loaded needle was used? Level 9mm, drop 24mm Have you checked for a vacuum leak? If the carb has a...
  11. alldodge

    battery

    There is 8 wires that go to the starter? There should be 1 pos and 1 neg going from the battery to the motor. The pos connects to the starter and the neg connects to the block. If there is several going to the starter post then it could be several wires where used where only one of the correct...
  12. alldodge

    battery

    Agree
  13. alldodge

    Power Steering Pump Test

    Will not be an issue
  14. alldodge

    battery

    The easiest way for most folks to add something new to a boat is attach more wires to the battery. While this appears to be the easiest, its not the best nor the easy way in the long run. If the boat has a trolling motor, then the 8 gauge most likely goes to it. The other wores may go to a...
  15. alldodge

    Grounding coil for compression test

    ^^ Many times did the same thing (Ricks post) It says to ground it so there is no spark that might cause a fire. So the coil wire can be grounded OR With a T Bolt just disconnect one or both of the bullet connectors coming from the distributor OR as you say disconnect the + side
  16. alldodge

    Sea water/ fuel pump cam combo: gasket question

    Doesn't matter, the adhesive is to help keep the gasket in place during assembly
  17. alldodge

    winterizing merc?

    Many replace their flame arrestor with an aftermarket filter type like K&N, they think their helping. A boat motor doesn't need a filter
  18. alldodge

    winterizing merc?

    The PS cooler will self drain because its behind and on top the bell housing. If either the hose on the water pump or the one feeding the thermostat housing is removed and lowered to the bilge it drains
  19. alldodge

    winterizing merc?

    Yes there should be o rings on each plug. They may have fallen off when removed and are in the bilge, or since no water came out the drains are clogged. Try to clear as Scott mentioned The thing on the starboard side is the knock sensor. The knock sensor is tied in with the TBV ignition I...
  20. alldodge

    Scan tool for new VP 4.3?

    Can use the techmate or DICOM software. Just need the right adapter
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