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    1989 OMC Cobra Driveshaft Seal #3852548

    I removed the gimbal bearing without issue and decided that I should probably replace the Driveshaft Seal that is behind the gimbal bearing. I can not get a good bite on the seal with the slide hammer puller I have. Yes, I have read that this seal normally does not need to be replaced - but...
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    1989 OMC 4.3 Trim and Tilt Cylinder rebuild question

    I've removed both the port and stbd Trim and Tilt cylinders from the outdrive. I have the Seal Kit for re-sealing both sides. I thought the hard part was done when I was able to remove the caps (using a spanner wrench)... But to my surprise these Piston units do not have a bolt (see first...
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    point and condenser - Tune Up OOOOOPS!

    First year tuning up our 1989 Four WInns 4.3 OMC Cobra. (ignition system). I removed the distributor cap, Removed the screw for condenser hold down and removed condenser, backed off bolt/screw for points, condenser and coil wires. Removed hold down screw for points. Now this is where I...
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    Overheated 1989 4.3 OMC questions...

    First off - I have had this boat for going on 2 seasons and have only had it in fresh water with maybe 30 hours last year and ZERO this year! I winterized according to original manual and post found here. There are no issues with water leaking into the bildge from cracked block or freeze plugs...
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    OMC Cobra 4.3 Upper outdrive housing crack

    1988 OMC Cobra Upper outdrive housing (above bottom bolt) has a crack. I just bought this boat and did not notice it when I bought it. The engine ran great (using water muffs). I am not familiar with I/O's. This is on a 1988 20' Four Winns bowrider. Is this repairable via welding, or other...
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