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    Honda 9.9hp BF9.9AM coming out of storage - Need to Make it Reliable

    We use this motor to push a tin boat that we take on longer, multi lake trips (we can cross over dams/rivers/rapids between lakes using a series of rollers installed at each portage in our area). We need this motor to be as reliable as possible. I was going to change the fuel filter and water...
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    4.3 GL SX-M Trim/Tilt Pump Trips Breaker

    The trim pump on my 2000 4.3L GL Volvo Penta started acting up. At first it either didn't run or would growl more than usual and run slow. I topped up the fluid (was at Min) to the Max level and it sounds a bit better and runs a bit faster. There is a 10A fuse right on the unit that never...
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    Fixing Up a 1950 KG-7H / Fine vs Coarse Threads

    I recently bought a restored (mostly) GK-7H Hurricane outboard. I've notice that some of the thread on it are fine (1/4-28 UNF) and some are coarse (1/4-20 UNC). What did the original motor mostly use?
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    4.3 Volvo Penta Gimbal Bearing

    I had the gimbal bearing replaced on my I/O (9 old at that point and say 500 hours... no idea really). This summer I THINK i hear the same noise again. Could the gimbal bearing really have that short a life? The marine that changed it for me has a reasonable reputation. Is this the sort of...
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    2 exhuast points on my 4.3 Volvo Penta

    My I/O is very noisy when on plane. I recently borrowed a noise meter and discovered that the VAST majority of the noise comes from over the stern (by several orders of magnitude!). The volvo penta stern drive has a standard thru hub exhuast like almost all engines these days (I/O and...
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    Volvo Penta 4.3 GL PEFS Coil Removal

    Simple question... how do I get the old coil out? The parts manual shows that only have to undo the bolts (item 20) while not losing the washers (item 26). But when I look at the atual coil I don't see any bolts (last two pictures). My fear is that it is some how sandwiched between the engine...
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    Volvo Penta 4.3 GL spark plug wires - copper or carbon

    The motor is model 4.3GL PEFS and has a Prestolite distributer. IS this ignition system ok with carbon core or does it need copper cores?
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    Adjusting Auto Choke on 4.3 GL Vortec

    I have read a bunch of threads on automatic chokes and want to make sure I have a clear and consistent set of instructions. So can someone confirm that this type of choke is tested as follows? 1. With engine off the choke plate should be vertical (fully open) when looking down carb throat. 2...
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    BF9.9A Fuel Connector Leaking

    I have been trying to locate a replacment fuel line connector for my early 90's BF9.9A Honda outboard. All the connector I can find online look a bit different. Does anyone know a good source? Also, does anyone have a parts list for the motor. It would help a lot if I could order by the exact...
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    Volvo 4.3 SX Operating Temp

    What is the normal operating temp for these motors?<br /><br />Afte a recent water pump implellor "event" I'm concerned that the temp is too high. It runs around 180 F.<br /><br />Does this sound right?<br /><br />Also, the crap Cylmer manual states that the thermostat opens at 160 F. Is that...
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    1st Time Removing outdrive for lub...

    4.3 L SX Volvo Penta.<br /><br />Any do's or don'ts?<br /><br />Any seals / gaskets I should buy ahead of time?
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    Misty Harbour instead of Lowe/Lund

    Are Misty Harbour boats any good?<br /><br />Anbody had problems with them?
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    Lund/Lowe/Misty/Mirro

    Looking for a new tin boat for my 15 hp.<br /><br />Any do's or don'ts?
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    9.9 plug gap -

    Dealer says 0.020" that seems small and I can't find my manual.<br /><br />Help
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    Honda 15 vs 9.9

    In the dealer showroom I open the covers of both the 9.9 and the 15.<br /><br />The biggest difference was that the 15 twist grip trottle rotated further than the 9.9.<br /><br />Inspecting the 9.9 revealed a stop. <br /><br />Otherwise the plugs are different.<br /><br />I bought the 9.9...
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    Holley Pro-Jection - Testimonials

    Has anyone installed a Holley Pro-Jection system?<br /><br />Was it worth it?
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    Volvo 4.3GL Run on, run on, run on

    My 4.3 Vortec (carb) runs on sometimes. Would switching to colder plugs make any difference?<br /><br />One mmechanics suggested reducing the idle speed but that doesn't seem like a fix to me. Any opinions?<br /><br />Another guy suggested just letting the engine idle longer.Any opinions?
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    Volvo 4.3 Gl SX - Water Pump Leak

    I've noticed a steady "pee" (small boy size) from the inside of my water pump pulley. I assume this means the shaft seal is done. <br /><br />Does anyone have any experience in how fast these things fail completely. The engine is only four years old (180 hrs). <br /><br />Do these seals drip for...
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    Stern Drive Lubrication - removing lower unit

    My manual says that the stern drive should be removed every year and the U-joints greased. Does anyone do this and how long/hard is it on a Volvo Penta Sx?<br /><br />Also, there is a single grease nipple on the transom shield but the manual says that the lower unit should be removed before...
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    Replacing Trim Sender on Volvo SX

    Any tips on changing a trim sender on a Volvo Penta 4.3 GL SX I/O? :confused: <br /><br />People have told me horror stories about getting the grommet back in... true? Any tricks?
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