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  1. Scott Danforth

    Temperature gauge issues? Can't get a temp reading?

    stop over thinking it. use a hose clamp to secure a ground wire the the hex of the sensor, run the other end to a bolt. on all my sensors and light switches, I solder a lug on them to avoid grounding issues due to sealants and paint
  2. Scott Danforth

    Volvo 4.3L GXI-F Cam/Crank not lining up

    great summary.
  3. Scott Danforth

    carter mech fuel pump

    no, that is a chinese knock-off of the korean pump
  4. Scott Danforth

    Mercury 60hp/Melted ground terminal.NEVER SEEN ANYTHING LIKE IT!!?. I'm new to all of it but learning the hard way.Any help is appreciated.

    a contactor is what you are incorrectly calling a solenoid. a solenoid is a coild wound device used for mechanical movement. a contactor is a coil wound device for switching power.
  5. Scott Danforth

    Outboard cowl paint help

    what gun are you using? what tip? looks like the gun was not set right, not enough air
  6. Scott Danforth

    carter mech fuel pump

    the fuel pump is a carter unit sold to GM who sold it to Merc. why would someone pay $130 for the korean built siera one or the $200 carter one packaged in a mercruiser box. the same carter unit is available from 30 different vendors under $50 https://www.summitracing.com/parts/crt-m6973
  7. Scott Danforth

    Water in cylinders

    run it hard to get some heat into the oil and the little bit of moisture should come out. if the oil gets more milky, you still have an issue
  8. Scott Danforth

    Boat Canopy Question

    I know from experience it doesnt stick to sunbrella
  9. Scott Danforth

    Is Volvo Penta 3L a good engine?

    make sure to read this: https://forums.iboats.com/threads/for-new-members-needing-help-buying-a-boat-a-buyers-checklist.612841/ the 3.0 motors are entry level motors for I/O's. being a 23 year old boat (yes, we are entering M/Y 2023 for boats and cars). the motor is only as good as its...
  10. Scott Danforth

    Help

    pump for the Cobra has a Blue wire you energize to go up toward the sky...... and a green wire you energize to go down toward the grass. the motor is wired to a set of contactors (relays/solenoids/other terms for contactors) that is controlled by the switch in the controls.
  11. Scott Danforth

    Waterproof seal on Nautolex clad surfaces

    butyl tape flows into crevices at -20F. no need to heat it. goop is just silicone
  12. Scott Danforth

    Saltwater Anodes

    anodes are a sacrificial member that gets replaced once every year or 6 months depending on what is needed.
  13. Scott Danforth

    Boat Canopy Question

    welcome aboard. without pictures, we are guessing however you can buy fray stop or similar from any fabric store or from amazon
  14. Scott Danforth

    Mercury 60hp/Melted ground terminal.NEVER SEEN ANYTHING LIKE IT!!?. I'm new to all of it but learning the hard way.Any help is appreciated.

    welcome aboard. either a junk contactor or you wired something wrong.
  15. Scott Danforth

    Birch for V Berth Framing

    however the boat is a moist place
  16. Scott Danforth

    carter mech fuel pump

    you go look. a carter marine fuel pump is under $50 brand new
  17. Scott Danforth

    My 1974 Mercury 150hp Hard Starting Issues

    automotive fuel pumps do not need to meet SAE J1171 an electric primer only opens an orifice to allow the engine's existing fuel pump to put a really small amount of fuel into the air stream. an automotive electric fuel pump will shoot way too much fuel into the carb, and either the back-fire...
  18. Scott Danforth

    Birch for V Berth Framing

    Birch rots before the leaves come off while the tree is still standing. Not a good choice where there is moisture If tou are going to use wood, use Teak, White Oak or Ash
  19. Scott Danforth

    Help

    Wiring is generic for the boat. Follow the wiring colors. For the motor and controls, the factory manual has the wiring.
  20. Scott Danforth

    My 1974 Mercury 150hp Hard Starting Issues

    So you want to create a bomb?
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