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  1. alldodge

    2000 4.3L Mercruiser turns over but doesn't start.

    Yes for both. The issue is your pump is either bad and not pumping, or there is a restriction somewhere. Could be the tank pickup tube, the antisiphon valve attached to the top of the tank, hose or other fittings up to and including the filter. Not knowing your serial number, it may also have...
  2. alldodge

    1993 5.0 Cobra EFI Alternator/Electrical Question

    Sorry, I'm old, not well versed with OMC linage, and missed the efi. So if ya make it easy on me it won't take as long, otherwise your requiring me to do research to make sure I have what someone is look for. If I would have seen 50FAPRJVN it would have come out different on first post My...
  3. alldodge

    1993 5.0 Cobra EFI Alternator/Electrical Question

    As with all questions posted its best to let us know what ya got Here is the Ford and note the jumper on the ALT
  4. alldodge

    Merc Digital to Analog Conversion

    Oh boy, most likely won't be clean There is a 14 to 10 pin pigtail, but there have been issues with them. Search for 84-8M0153356 On the plus side you could install vessel view
  5. alldodge

    350 Mag MPI question on 555 relay fuse blowing.

    Its hardly ever the coil, they just don't fail. I think the ECM has a driver inside it that is drawing more current If you have to throw a coil at it it's made by AC Delco. Search for AC Delco 8M0054588 coil, and can find some on ebay much cheaper I would suggest contacting John at boats...
  6. alldodge

    5.7L quicksilver 1999 carb issue

    When its cold the choke is giving the motor more gas. Once it warms up the extra gas is not there. Look at a carb rebuild, clean and check all adjustments
  7. alldodge

    1993 5.0 Cobra EFI Alternator/Electrical Question

    Think you might be missing a connection or your not getting power to the Red/Purple wire. Note the splice
  8. alldodge

    4.3 L Mercruser

    Was engine alignment checked? Did you recheck the firing order? What is your engine serial number?
  9. alldodge

    Ignition switch issues???? Please Help!

    The key switch being loose won't keep it from cranking, but if the switch has a bad connection inside this might be the issue. What most probable cause is the neutral safety switch (NSS). The NNS is inside the throttle handle, and if there is slop in the handle then it may not make connection...
  10. alldodge

    Overhauled 4.3

    Nothing wrong with a overhauled motor, "so long as" the overhaul was done correctly. Hours don't mean much, many didn't come with an hour meter and there easy enough to replace. Don't buy without full inspection and test ride.
  11. alldodge

    Getting out of the boat

    Guess I would need to see your setup, but I climb over the bow and down on to the trailer winch with my 27 ft Formula. Do the same why getting on it
  12. alldodge

    Boat won't start

    There have been a lot of busted blocks this season. From Texas, was just checking Place a voltmeter on the starter post and ground. Voltage should be 12.5 to 22.7 volts. Leave meter on and turn key to start. Voltage should not fall below 11 volts
  13. alldodge

    Best manual stapler for replacing carpet on bunks ?

    I would suggest 3/4 inch roofing nails
  14. alldodge

    Boat won't start

    When you hear the click have someone check if the battery cables get warm/hot If they do, pull some plugs and check for water, might be hydro locked Are you located near Texas or a place which got freezing temps? How long have you had the boat? Is your motor a Merc, VP or other?
  15. alldodge

    Mercruiser ECM Failed?

    Ask your question to John at boats unlimited, see if he gives you the same answer. Tell him what whipple said https://www.boatunlimited.com/
  16. alldodge

    Engine Alarm At Idle, Then Slowly Fades Out. Possible Idle Overheat

    Lowes and Home depot both have clear hose, its in the plumbing section
  17. alldodge

    Mercury 4.3 engine power steering pump?

    Maybe Merc PS fluid, just maybe ?
  18. alldodge

    5.0 gxi-j not starting

    Yes, a bad one will throw a code
  19. alldodge

    Help Diagnosing carb vs ignition problem, 5.7 mercruiser

    IF (all those IF's) If the choke is slightly closed when warm then it gets more fuel. If idle is adjusted with choke slightly closed then more fuel means idle not adjusted correctly If its not adjusted correctly then when it finally warms fully the idle decreases and it gets to low If the...
  20. alldodge

    how to start a mercruiser 4.3 mpi on a stand

    Wires are wires The pin out is above, if its not working, something is not connected correctly, or not connected
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