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  1. alldodge

    Trim limit switch and control switch wiring 1988 alpha one wiring question

    Well you could install a trailer switch somewhere else (besides the shifter, helm, ect) and wire the limit back in. Trailer will connection is the purple/wht to Blu/Wht. Here is the wiring diagram
  2. alldodge

    1994 7.4L Bravo Gen V temperature

    The water hose connection is on the transom assembly where the hose connects to it. They can clog and get pretty messed up, but it doesn't happen so much in fresh water. It is tight back there but here is one which was pretty messed up. Wonder if it could be circulating pump, don't know
  3. alldodge

    Fuse Panel

    Each manufacture makes their panels different, only place to find this kind of info is at the manufacture. Most manufactures don't have it either for older models. Here is a basic example, and any many cases this is better then you will find at the manufacture
  4. alldodge

    4.3 GI with TBI no fuel from injectors while cranking

    Here is the fitting, Merc part number 91-806901 Watch your tach when cranking, the tach should show at least 300 rpm. As Muc said it won't start if the ECM does pick up spark coming from the distributer
  5. alldodge

    Switched battery cables accidentally now no power

    Starter is on the lower right side at the back of the motor, under the exhaust. The 90 amp fuse is attached to the starter, and in this pic is the small square thing hanging to the right of the starter and hose
  6. alldodge

    Force 125 not running after fresh rebuild - low compression

    I'm a novice outboard guy but a pretty good motor guy. The 2-stroke ring gap should be no more then the 4-stroke gap. Unless I'm seeing things (and please forgive if I am) I see your rings showing on the outside of the pistons. Your pistons should be just a few thousands less then the bore...
  7. alldodge

    Marine electrical code vs residential grade

    I do believe plastic is better but you should be able to use metal so long as the boxes are grounded, at least that has always been my assumption. My Formula used solid copper wire from the Gen and breaker panel for the 120V side. The main feed from the 30amp shore power is stranded coming in...
  8. alldodge

    Screeching noise in/near neutral???

    Starter location Connections This shows a carb but your connections are the same for the starter
  9. alldodge

    5.8FSI No Start

    Ah the good and bad about VP, good motors, good design, but not many knowledgeable to discuss problems with, and documentation is limited. According to the manual at Boatinfo the MFI Tester 3851324-8. Have searched and no one appears to know how to get one. My only thought is with everythin...
  10. alldodge

    MerCruiser 305 Alpha 1 2006 model not exhausting water w/new impeller in foot

    Seems these days more issue show up with the 3 point drains. Unless your water pressure dropped from last year, or the water faucet was not fully opened, as others mentioned the muffs are leaking more then normal or there is a blockage in your cooling system. BTW - appears you have an alpha...
  11. alldodge

    Help with 1999 Mercruiser 5.0 305 Thunderbolt V Ignition!! Backfire through carb

    Initial setting for the choke on a cold motor is the choke plate should be closed with a 1/8 gap at the top. The choke adjustment is done by loosening screws on the dash pot and rotating. The choke should open and close with turning the dash pot when cold. Don't try to adjust the choke plate...
  12. alldodge

    Hot spots

    Could use the pic, try this
  13. alldodge

    Hot spots

    Just to try and get started is your original cooling system was as in the pic below, correct? Also lets work on the Port first Two on top and two on bottom of the manifold and replaced with 2 on the bottom of the manifold and two to the elbow. Which ones on the thermostat were not used...
  14. alldodge

    Help with 1999 Mercruiser 5.0 305 Thunderbolt V Ignition!! Backfire through carb

    Go to the local auto store and pick up and vacuum fuel pressure tester. Something like this, also have them at harbor freight. http://www.amazon.com/Actron-CP7803-Vacuum-Pressure-Tester/dp/B0006V2BS2 Also remove the fuel line between the fuel pump and carb. Reason for this is you want a fuel...
  15. alldodge

    MerCruiser 305 Alpha 1 2006 model not exhausting water w/new impeller in foot

    It helps with providing the motor but not the kind of cooling. The 7 point is like in the link above, the 3 point has one of these down low in front of the motor on the port side
  16. alldodge

    Trying to help a friend out - Mercruiser 496 Mag water pressure problem...

    Have heard of issues with some of the original Hardin marine pump housings, but it wasn't the impeller that was the issue, it was the housing. The impeller used on their SS housing is the same as Merc's. This as been discussed at length on OSO several times. I do believe at this time Hardin...
  17. alldodge

    Propping Advise

    Either your raising the drive to high, your speedo is incorrect, or your tachometer is off. Here is you slip ratio and your worst then a heavy cruiser. What are you using for a tach?
  18. alldodge

    1989 Chaparral Transom Repair

    Yes I believe so, on my Bravo there is very little room to the left to clear. As Rick says test fit
  19. alldodge

    1989 Chaparral Transom Repair

    The 5/8 inch holes are a bit larger then specified by Merc, should be 9/16. The cut outs on the top call for a 1 3/4 diameter holes saw cut at 60 degrees. The larger area is to give the steering arm room to turn. If it's not cut out your turn radius will be reduced I used a 2x4 drilled with...
  20. alldodge

    Had boat in water first time today

    I'm getting some mixed instructions on the EST. Ones which have the EST installed from the factory have connectors on the two white wires and are used during base timing with another jumper installed. The other wire goes to the interrupter and is grounded instead of placing power on it. Once...
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