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    Mercruiser 3.0L Gear Ratio

    I have a 3.0L coupled to a Alpha One Gen 2, with a 2.00 gear ratio. Could I switch to another Gen 2 with a 1.94 gear ratio? Is there any part that I need to change?
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    Drive Shaft Shimming Tool

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    Mercruiser 3.0 - Replacing the Starter, What Else to Check?

    I need to replace the starter on a Mercruiser 3.0L, so I'll be pulling the engine. What else should I be looking for / replacing? I'm planning to do the gimbal bearing, bellows and water pump impeller as well.
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    Alternator Belt Came Off

    I had my boat loaned to this guy and his family and when he brought it back I've noticed the alternator belt was off. The engine/boat was still running somehow, but steering was very hard. None of the front pulleys were turning (the other belt is still attached correctly). What I've noticed is...
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    Boat Insurance Claim - Does it Affect Auto Rates?

    Does anyone know if making a claim against the boat insurance can cause the auto rates to go up? Do these even show for the auto insurance as past claims?
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    Mercruiser 3.0 - Which Service Manuals?

    I'm trying to find the manuals for the engine and outdrive for my boat (just need to confirm the latter). Is there any list I can reference to find which one I need exactly? Engine serial is 0L013324 and outdrive is 0L144768. Thanks!
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    Help Identify Sterndrive Parts

    Yup, this is where I'm at right now, but I don't see any bearing cup like in the manual nor am I able to take the seals out. They've started to break apart when I tried pulling them out.
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    Help Identify Sterndrive Parts

    Thanks for the details folks, they were very helpful! I did manage to have the drive shaft disassembled today. The spanner tool would have taken too long to get shipped, so I had to improvise. I found this plumbing wrench at Home Depot that did the job just fine, without damaging the retainer...
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    Help Identify Sterndrive Parts

    So I've tried changing my water pump impeller with a kit for my Alpha 1 Gen II. First off, when I've separated the upper from the lower unit, these two metal parts came off. I've looked multiple times in the service manual, but I can't seem to figure out where from. Anyone know? And one more...
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