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  1. ESGWheel

    How/where to put in a stereo in my (new to me) Triton 175 fishing boat?

    While mounting a hardwired stereo presents an issue of the where to put the head unit due to the space requirements, the space for the speakers is also an issue as well as being able to run the needed wires to all. So that needs to be part of the equation. Since not familiar with your boat, I...
  2. ESGWheel

    Volvo Penta 3.0L fuel starvation?

    Appreciate the broader picture and while frustrating keep at it as there is a solution. Here may be one: Going off the logic that fuel delivery is not an issue (all good including the idle mixture screws properly set), and that this will only stay running with the choke almost fully closed...
  3. ESGWheel

    Volvo Penta 3.0L fuel starvation?

    In the video it appears that it shuts down with the choke fully closed as if it was flooding out > seems like the opposite of the description. Regardless, suggest this if not already done. Repeat the exercise in the video > ie run it until it stalls out. Since a mechanical fuel pump, the pump...
  4. ESGWheel

    New to Volvo family

    I will try to help but may be at the limit of my expertise in this area. I think the following are true statements, if not please correct where needed. The boat runs fine in the water > no overheating or any cooling issues. The boat on the trailer will idle fine using the Blue Cap flush...
  5. ESGWheel

    New to Volvo family

    Oh, I thought you have no cooling issues with boat in water but on muffs you do (no water getting to impeller).
  6. ESGWheel

    New to Volvo family

    That does not exist. But here is an off the wall thought: I have seen hoses with internal delamination before. Like a long time ago. Possible that is an issue? Other than stripping it down, here is another off the wall thought: scope it. Here is a link to a WiFi scope that connects to your...
  7. ESGWheel

    New to Volvo family

    these? link
  8. ESGWheel

    New to Volvo family

    There are several sites with these diagrams. For the official one, which most of the other sites use, is at Home - Volvo Penta Shop (https://www.volvopenta.com/shop/0) Put in your engine serial no. and you will be presented with a selection of systems to choose from. From there, it looks like...
  9. ESGWheel

    Knocking noise in gimbal when trimmed up

    Boze816 > assuming you pull this apart again, in the interest of ‘science’, please post what you find on both the U-Joints and the Gimbal bearing. It will be useful info for others who may have inadvertently started the engine with the trim up (or somehow got into that position). Thanks!
  10. ESGWheel

    New purchase SX-M

    Here is the best video I has seen for rebuilding an SX Transom Assembly, link. Also recommend you get the manual if not already. Should be VP 7743008.
  11. ESGWheel

    Knocking noise in gimbal when trimmed up

    It’s all about 2 things: terminology and the limits of U-joints, so was glad when you posted the video. Terminology: Trim and Tilt. Trim is the small angle that you can move the drive up and down from its “down” position. It effects how far the bow of the boat rides up (or down) while under...
  12. ESGWheel

    Broken Spark plug

    Thanks Lou. I did not know about these, they state they are nickel plated, so makes sense on the corrosion front. I did a quick check and could not find them for the 5.7 but will keep looking (as well as for my 5.0).
  13. ESGWheel

    Broken Spark plug

    Oh, one more thing: Spark Plugs > To Anti-seize or Not. This may be a conversation starter on its own, regardless I do use anti-seize on my plugs being careful to not get any near the electrode end, i.e. I apply starting about 2 or 3 threads back fm the end and it’s a thin amount but complete...
  14. ESGWheel

    New to Volvo family

    tfret >I recall in one of the posts you validated you have the Blue Cap flush connection which is designed for running the engine on this connection vs. muffs. This system does not have a check valve in this hose. See diagram. Leaving this cap loose will be an issue but it will be one of sucking...
  15. ESGWheel

    Broken Spark plug

    I do not know if this a good or bad statement about trade defects but they are now readily available. Here is a set for abt $50 link. :-)
  16. ESGWheel

    Broken Spark plug

    Springboarding off Lou’s recommendation about cleaning > for the threaded bolt holes use a thread chaser, not a tap. Here is a video describing the difference and the why link. Chase ALL the bolt holes, including the exhaust and intake manifold ones on the head. And do not forget to do the...
  17. ESGWheel

    Rought start idle

    Please confirm your start sequence is as follows or correct it as needed: Key on (not start) Stroke the throttle (in neutral) to full open then back to idle to give it a squirt. Key to start > engine turns over as it should and starts running right away. While it does run it shakes, rattles and...
  18. ESGWheel

    Volvo Penta 3.0 4 cylinder engine won't start

    AWESOME!!!!
  19. ESGWheel

    Volvo Penta 3.0 4 cylinder engine won't start

    I have attached a troubleshooting guide for these ignition systems that AllDodge posted. I put it in a pdf format so you can print it out. I have not digested it yet as I have been busy with work and maybe for the next few days, so please take a look and see if it will help. Also, I am thinking...
  20. ESGWheel

    Need some help with a1977 Volvo Penta 3.0 Ignition System

    Thank you!
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