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    Trying to identify 5.7 block

    Re: Trying to identify 5.7 block Thanks guys for your response. For now, I'm going to reseal the intake and take care of those small leaks. Then I'm going to run it like it is for the last couple of outings (till the wife doesn't want to get in the water any more). Then I will pull the motor...
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    Trying to identify 5.7 block

    So far, in another thread, this is where we are. And the winner is 14093638...350...87-95...2 or 4...Roller or flat tappet cam, one-piece rear seal. This is a little confusing because this engine has a composite timing cover which wasn't used till 96. DonS suggested we try the serial number...
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    timing cover questions

    Re: timing cover questions Hi guys; Well, I did the dye test and it is leaking at the timing cover. It seems to me the O-ring/gasket does not match match the casting on the block. I can see the O-ring outside the cover around a bolt and it is leaking there. What I'm wondering, is this the...
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    Positive crankcase pressure?

    Well, I thought I had the " oily bilge" problem licked. Still has a leak at the distributor. Our work mechanic said there shouldn't be oil that high unless there is positive pressure. The tubes coming from the valve covers going to the carb appear to be open. I re-sealed the engine as...
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    timing cover questions

    Re: timing cover questions Thanks for all the replies. I took a picture of the area I believe to be #3. I hope this helps. Thanks.... Ken
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    timing cover questions

    Good morning I ordered a new timing cover for my 5.7 from a Merc dealer because its a plastic one time use. When it arrived, it was a metal one and the parts guy could not find the plastic one for my serial number. So I went to the GM dealer and he used the number from the inside of the cover...
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    compression numbers?

    Wondering what the compression numbers should be for 1991 Yamaha 225. Anything else to look for on this motor. Thanks Ken
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    Oil Leak?

    Good morning people: I have been chasing this oil leak for some time. I pulled the engine this winter and changed the oil pan gasket, speedi-sleeve and seal in the timing cover and valve cover gaskets. The timing cover looks minty. When I had the engine out I checked the rear main seal, and...
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    Perfect Pass Stargazer Wake Edition

    I'm considering purchasing this system for the boat in my signature. Does anyone have experience or opinions? Thanks..... Ken
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    Corsa side pipes in the water?

    I installed the side exit pipe, I think, a little low. Was wondering if this is a problem. There is lots of rise from the exit to the elbow. At idle they're two inches above the water and when accelerate they go under water. When the boat gets on plane they come back out. First time, I thought...
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    PerfectPass Stargazer Wake Edition

    I'm looking at purchasing this system for my Sea Ray. Any experience with this on I/Os Thanks.... Ken
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    Thoughts and Can It Be Done?

    Re: Thoughts and Can It Be Done? Corsa makes a switchable exhaust called Captain's Call. Its a little pricey, but gives you the option of loud or quiet. The system costs about $1900.00. The only thing not in the picture is the wiring harness. They forgot it and shipped it later that week...
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    Switchable exhaust?

    Over the winter I/we invested in the switchable Captain's Call Side Exit Exhaust from Corsa. My wife doesn't want to call it an investment, being a banker. Any who, I'm wondering if one can switch from factory(out the prop), to the side exit while under way? For example; If I'm cruising down...
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    Big Air Ice Tower - Any Input??

    Re: Big Air Ice Tower - Any Input?? My Roswell Area 52 has holes drilled in the bottom and a wiring harnnes to pass through the hull. It also came pre wired for four speakers and a light bar. I don't think it would be to difficult drill a half inch hole and make up a harness. Fishing the wires...
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    Lower shift cable adjustment ?

    Shifts into forward nicely, but it wants to stall going into reverse. I followed the instructions in the Merc manual, but I think it needs a further adjustment. Does that pivot point need to come up a bit (the one at the end of the lower shift cable.)? It stumbles going into gear. I thought it...
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    Cold start?

    I have fresh 25w-40 in my 5.7 and its 3*C right now. Is it too cold for that oil?I want to here my new Corsa through hull exhaust.
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    Commander 3000

    We still have two feet of snow and the temps are still 0*C or less and I'm running out of things to maintane. One thing I have never put any grease to is the remote throtle/shifter. I'm wondering if I have to take it appart or is there a way to get grease in there? Once again, thanks.... Ken...
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    Fuel gauge

    Turned my ignition on, no action from the fuel gauge. Earlier, before Christmas, I removed the tank, removed the gauge and had the tank steam cleaned and preasure tested. Put it all back together the same way it came apart (I think) and no gauge. I put about 5 gallons in a 40 gallon tank. Where...
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    Rosswell Area 52 wake tower

    Good morning people; Well, I finally dug my trailer out of the snow bank and in the shop to thaw out. Then I got my wheel bearings cleaned, repacked and back on, wheels back on, and the axles moved back 6". Next I put the boat back on the trailer so I could drag it out side to finish mounting...
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    Wheel bearing greasing

    Re: Wheel bearing greasing This is what I did last weekend. This weekend it looks pretty much the same. I think its going to be a while till we're on the Red River this year. They're forcasting moderate to severe flodding this year and I suspect they wont put the docks in till mid June.:blue...
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