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  1. alldodge

    Volvo Penta GXi-E Low Power and 2 DTCs

    IF it was in any kind of guardian mode, it would have no effect in neutral do to no load. Takes very little fuel to reach WOT rpm What do you mean by top 10% of dipstick? Its 10% over the full mark?
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    First time pulling a riser with questions about condition w pics

    Look ok to me, clean up and reuse
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    Rub Rail Restoration??

    Unable to say, first thought is it shouldn't matter so long as its firm enough to secure the rivet Hope another has thought
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    Tilt trim wiring

    All trim motors are 3 wire that I've seen. My old Chrysler OB's, one uses direct wire to a switch and another uses 2 relays. They both work
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    Mercruiser 228 Refresh

    No issues with running the motor with hose attached to thermostat housing
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    Tilt trim wiring

    Yes, thinner wires can be used Example: Motor may draw 20 amps at start up to full load. The 20 amps would require 12 gauge wire to from the pump to the switch. If a relay is used, it only needs 12 gauge from motor to relay, and relay to battery connections. Can use 16 or 18 gauge to/from...
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    Tilt trim wiring

    In most all cases its always better to use relays/solenoids then to use full power to a switch. The issue is corrosion and voltage drop. Using relays allows for the high current to remain at the motor That said, if wire is sized correctly and there is no corrosion, it works just fine The old...
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    Help with DPS-B 1.95 outdrive

    I would recommend any in this link The last post is BUP in TX and he does excellent work, just a little arrogant at times. Don't remember which tool but get a set of the cheap plastic ones and it will work https://www.offshoreonly.com/forums/do-yourself-boating-budget/308344-injector-cleaning.html
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    Help with DPS-B 1.95 outdrive

    Never, ever, ever, ever, EVER buy injectors from ebay. I would not even buy them from amazon. Most all of them are old injectors which did not pass testing. There cleaned up and sold as remanufactured. Muy only from VP or from a source which sells 1st rate (Bosch, Delphi and others) and are...
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    Where do you get your boat news?

    OSO has two guys which post new things happening in the boating industry as they come out. Mostly from speed on the water but also some regular stuff
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    Mercruiser 228 Refresh

    It all depends on how and where it was stored. Being in a dry place like a garage would be best, but if outside under a tarp or near salt water are things that could cause more concern If there is any gas in the tank it needs to be removed and tank cleaned. Fuel lines replaced with USCG type...
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    Help with DPS-B 1.95 outdrive

    Since your pulling the injectors, you going to have them flow tested along with cleaning?
  13. alldodge

    PWC's on the ohio ideas

    It can be shallow on KY and Barkley lakes even in the summer. Lots of rock and know how to read the markers. Must have a depth finder and go slow if unknown
  14. alldodge

    350 Mag MPI Horizon died at sea, cannot find the problem.

    Qbhoy, Agree they can go bad without warning but I have heard of no other which has needed to replace that often
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    Sea water pump

    What you could do is disassemble the pump before buying parts. Could be it just needs a new seal and not shaft and bearings. Thinking the seal should not have come out unless there is a problem, so probably needs them but always good to check
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    Sea water pump

    I like it, and looks like the bearings a sealed so no need for grease Also he notes that using just a automotive pulley remover/installer is all you need, but he used a press.
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    Sea water pump

    Need to rebuild the pump, it has already lost most all the grease which was inside behind the seal. Need bearings and new seals kit 8M0140001 The pump housing needs to have a inner and outer stainless steel wear plates installed...
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    Mercruiser 228 Refresh

    Howdy The older S/N don't come up by entering, they have to be found by looking at the number and comparing to the range This should be your motor. It comes up as a 260 but wouldn't worry to much about that unless parts don't come up as seen...
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    Painting a new transmission

    Don't forget to protect against galvanioc corrosion. Guessing your going to use steel bolts to mount the trans and motor together. Look for dissimilar metals and coat surfaces and fasteners accordingly
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    Rub Rail Restoration??

    Looks like similar rail which I removed. Rivets to hold rail on, and under the rail there are probably more rivets holding the top on
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