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  1. alldodge

    Water Pump not Working?

    It should always pump water When was the impeller changed?
  2. alldodge

    Volvo Penta wiring change

    Correct, you don't The common should go to the pump The wire that is hot when key is on, should go to the Normally Open (NO) side (the Purple wire) The side that goes hot when cranking, should go to the Normally Closed (NC). If the fuel pump is on the correct place on the switch, then swap the...
  3. alldodge

    02 4.3l carb strange fuel problem

    Your tracking it down, and that would be a good idea, or at least keep volt meter attached or test light
  4. alldodge

    Chy 140

    Model 1408H2D SN 1398 YR 1982 New to me motor, and taking a 125 motor and mounting on the 140 leg Drained the lube and it looks good. Want to replace the water pump and anything else that would be advised. I'm guessing there is no need to remove the gear housing cover, unless something is...
  5. alldodge

    Aq271c Engine wont rev past 2000rpm

    Use a timing light and see if it advances
  6. alldodge

    Volvo Penta wiring change

    By model I meant the motor model, is it a GL, GS etc? The GL wiring above has a Yel/Red wire going to a diode to the fuel pump relay Below is a Merc manual to electric fuel pump. The Yel/Red going to the inside small post on the starter, is used for one side of the switch. In your case it...
  7. alldodge

    Aq271c Engine wont rev past 2000rpm

    Never have understood the numbering on VP props My thought is maybe its over propped if the compression is ok (150 psi). If compression is low, then its just a tired motor If the fuel is old (more then 1 year), this will reduce power if its E10
  8. alldodge

    02 4.3l carb strange fuel problem

    Can also stick a piece of gas hose into a 5 gal gas can and run it that way. If it runs good on the can then the problem is the tank, pickup tube or valve
  9. alldodge

    02 4.3l carb strange fuel problem

    Hope its the pump and not a restriction like the antisiphon valve
  10. alldodge

    Aq271c Engine wont rev past 2000rpm

    Have you checked compression? What pitch prop is on the drive?
  11. alldodge

    Volvo Penta wiring change

    Never said which model Is your wiring similar to this one?
  12. alldodge

    Not enough brain cells

    Agree, its going to cost much more now
  13. alldodge

    Mercruiser 5.0 TBI

    Thanks, comes up 1998 with MEFI-1 The lube oil bottle, over heat and low oil pressure give a constant alarm Your beep every few seconds is on the list below To fins out what code, you need a 12V resistor type LED or digital voltmeter with the tone function and a paper clip Place paper clip...
  14. alldodge

    1981 MerCruiser Outdrive Water Pump

    Its just the body, other parts are in post 2 link I'm not an expert on the 888. Have a look at this thread which has some info. They talk about Sierra 18-3317 https://forums.iboats.com/threads/merc-1-drive-888-188hp-water-pump-kit.478329/
  15. alldodge

    1981 MerCruiser Outdrive Water Pump

    Being a 8 or 9 would put yours in the high S/N range so this should be 46-96148T1 Search only line the number and may find it for less https://www.mercruiserparts.com/96148t1-body-assy-wp Its item 30, I previously said 14 above and changed it
  16. alldodge

    Quicksilver control.

    This all depends on which control you have. Can look thru this link to find the one you have https://www.mercruiserparts.com/remote-controls-and-components Most panel mounts requires to move handle forward in throttle only then the center button can be removed and gain access to the screw...
  17. alldodge

    Guage replacements

    Mostly the diameter of the gauges. Measure the holes and then find gauges that fit. These are most common 2-1/16" - Standard Size Guages. Water Temp, Volts, Oil Pressure, etc... 2-5/8" - Monster Size Guages. Water Temp, Volts, Oil Pressure, etc... 3-3/8" - Standard Size Tachometer or...
  18. alldodge

    1981 MerCruiser Outdrive Water Pump

    Its listing 2 pump body assemblies, below S/N 3784374 and above that number (item 30 The rest of the parts are the same, maybe @Bt Doctur or @Bondo can advise https://www.mercruiserparts.com/bam/subassembly/30852/1579/6
  19. alldodge

    Outboard oil in Alpha one drive

    I wouldn't, list for under 75 HP. Drive cost a bunch more then lube
  20. alldodge

    Pumping out my head issue - vent??

    I would say its the vent. Mine has always been one person Check the charcoal canister in the vent line, or the vent for things like mud dobbers
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