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  1. alldodge

    no reverse wellcraft eclipse 233 1989

    Re: no reverse wellcraft eclipse 233 1989 The engine rotates the prop clockwise to move the boat forward. The shift lever should be in the full forward position. In this positition (FWD) the prop is rotated counter clockwise to engage the gear teeth. The pic below is for a GenII but note how...
  2. alldodge

    help with wiring new delco distributor to oem cobra loom and esa

    Re: help with wiring new delco distributor to oem cobra loom and esa Sorry don't understand what your saying, please explain what one missing plug fro distributor means? Since you have the delco est I would suggest using the Merc shift interuptor. This will require you to pick up some pats...
  3. alldodge

    Mercruiser 3.7 Carb Idle Screw vs Sevice Manual Picture

    Re: Mercruiser 3.7 Carb Idle Screw vs Sevice Manual Picture Looks right to me other then the rusty nut. Probably changed it out with one that was not stainless steel. Don't know if this pic will come out large enough If it doesn't work out go to Parts Catalog | Mercury Marine and enter...
  4. alldodge

    3.0 I/O Mercruiser Not Charging

    Re: 3.0 I/O Mercruiser Not Charging Take your voltmeter and mesaure the voltage on the Orange wire with the engine off. If the volatge at the alternator orange wire matches the voltage on the battery terminal the ok. If it does not match the battery volatge need to find where the bad...
  5. alldodge

    470 Starter wiring

    Re: 470 Starter wiring Your going to need to rewire. Here is the only diagram I found for the 470 The solenoid on the starter for the most part is the same as the one which use to be a slave. You either need to rewire to current specs (see attached link) or wire per the pic...
  6. alldodge

    1993 mercruiser 5.7 with thunderbolt ign. problems

    Re: 1993 mercruiser 5.7 with thunderbolt ign. problems :welcome: to iboats Sure could use a serial number to help but until then. If you have a tach there will be a Gray wire on the back, remove it and try to start. Here is the TB-4 troubleshooter, go through it exactly and it will find...
  7. alldodge

    Mercruiser 4.3LX Will not start (fuel issue)

    Re: Mercruiser 4.3LX Will not start (fuel issue) Electric fuel pump helps and makes a difference. It could be corrision at the connector, the Pur/Yel wire going to the pressure switch or even your oil pressure switch breaking contact.
  8. alldodge

    4.3L Overheat?

    Re: 4.3L Overheat? Here is a pic http://www.mercruiserparts.com/Show_pictures3.asp?dnbr=809969 98&ivar=IMAGES/COMMON/14045.png&inbr=2694&bnbr=150&bdesc=Standard+Cooling+System
  9. alldodge

    How do I know if it is a dry joint exhaust manifold or not?

    Re: How do I know if it is a dry joint exhaust manifold or not? The difference between closed and open cooling system so far as the riser is the gasket that goes between the two. Ones with slotted holes in the figure below allow to transfer of water between manifold and riser and are used...
  10. alldodge

    5.7 mercruiser 1988 engine runs fine to working temp

    Re: 5.7 mercruiser 1988 engine runs fine to working temp As hivoltg mentioned, when the engine starts to die, you can engage the starter and it will continue to run?? Or did we miss something? What is this all 4 barrels are open sucking WATER You should be able to find the S/N on the...
  11. alldodge

    I/O newbie: Mercruiser 140 exhaust

    Re: I/O newbie: Mercruiser 140 exhaust To add a little bit to 81 Checkmate, below is the pic of your outdrive. Item 17 is the main exhaust bellows which takes it through the prop hub. The larger one covers your u-joints and drive shaft. Since condition is unknown, Recommed pulling the...
  12. alldodge

    385HP 454 Rod Knocking

    Re: 385HP 454 Rod Knocking Got around to taking the motor apart today and found: Engine has a Mrcruiser Repower plate on the side Head and Rocker stud bolts have what appears to be white silicone on the ends. Heads look good with no signs of preignition, only one cylinder shows slight sign of...
  13. alldodge

    Carbureted 7.4 dies after cruise, fine at slow speed

    Re: Carbureted 7.4 dies after cruise, fine at slow speed According to the serial number it is a 95 454 MAG (821723 92 - 7.4L 454 MAG BRAVO GEN V ) , go figure. That being said you need to test your fuel pump. Also if you haven't done it check the gear lube inside the section between the...
  14. alldodge

    Changed Plug wires and distro cap - now boat will not start

    Re: Changed Plug wires and distro cap - now boat will not start Sounding like there is a loose connection somewhere. Moving plug wires around should do noting except make it run bad if they become out of order. So I take it the engine is now running but may need to set idle?
  15. alldodge

    1997 5.7L Merc EFI turns over but no spark. HELP!

    Re: 1997 5.7L Merc EFI turns over but no spark. HELP! In you previous thread you indicated that this was a salt water engine which sat for over a year and you took it on as a project. Also you had it out and water was spraying everywhere. Did you replace the engine with a new one? Have you...
  16. alldodge

    1977 Mercruiser 235 Dies

    Re: 1977 Mercruiser 235 Dies Here is what I know. The shift interuptor switch is usually locaked on a plate attached to the exhaust riser. It will have two cables located their and a switch plate and switch. The interuptor switch, interupts the engine spark to unload the drive so shifting...
  17. alldodge

    Power Tilt System Leak

    Re: Power Tilt System Leak No, remove item 32 in the pic and will need to replace the gasket item 31. All done fromthe outside. Spray with PB blaster and such.
  18. alldodge

    motor dies in reverse

    Re: motor dies in reverse If the motor is turning over in reverse you bypassed the netural safety switch. Shift interuptor is on the shift plate where the throttle cable and shift cables are located. Item 18 is the shift interuptor for this engine. BTW I don't know what year, type or...
  19. alldodge

    1991 mercruiser 3.0 w Delco Est, ignition issue

    Re: 1991 mercruiser 3.0 w Delco Est, ignition issue Welcome to the forum Here is the 3.0 wiring schematic Check for 12V at the coil on the + side, pull the plug wires off and see if you get spark...
  20. alldodge

    Mercruiser 3.0 Electrical problem

    Re: Mercruiser 3.0 Electrical problem SOunds like you know how to trace connections and something does look off in your pics, more so becauase this is a 20002 setup. Trace the connections from the starter RED wire throught the RED/PUR through until you find the break
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