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  1. tahoejag

    4.3l Not turning off

    Turning the key off...engine still continues to run. ????? Have to use the kill switch or the master power button to shut engine off. Replaced ignition switch aprx 2 years ago. Never experienced this before. Advice/ideas?.....thank you in advance.
  2. tahoejag

    4.3L TKS Not getting voltalge

    Engine Ser # OW 380643, 2006 4.3l. Discovered that the diode was overheating and not allowing engine to start. Engine would start and run without diode plugged in. Plugged new diode in and engine starts and runs. TKS at this time still not operating correctly....hissing still after engine...
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    Mercruiser Trim Sender Issues

    Problem: Trim Gauge Flucuating: At times the trim gauge will read accurately from all the way down trim to full up trim (on the gauge this would be like a fuel gauge reading empty to 3/4 full) The gauge has never read all the way up (or full, if you will). This excludes being or going to the...
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    Fuel Gauge Reading Inaccurate

    Gauge still reads full after running boat hard for a few days. Did some testing on gauge and sending unit: ​- Unhooked both wires from sending unit, ohm meter on sending unit 50 ohms. ​- Connected sending unit wire to ground wire at the tank - fuel gauge showed "full" - Volt meter on fuel...
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    A1 Gen II Noise at Idle

    Have a noise at about 1100 rpm, any higher or lower rpm noise is not noticeable. Just had drive re-sealed and new greasable gimbal bearing installed. Was losing a bit of gear lube every outting. Took drive back to shop and checked out A - Ok. However, mech did not run boat. What should I...
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    24 volt CB on 36 volt system ?

    Can I use a 24 volt 50 amp circuit breaker on a 36 volt system? Installing an MK Uterra 112 ft lb. I read that the voltage diff wont matter, others say that it does. MK recommends a 60 amp CB. I previously had a 24 volt terrova and haven't had any problems with the CB tripping. Also the 36 volt...
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    Head Unit Shutting Down At Higher Volume ?

    Sony cdx m20. At higher volumes, unit will shut down then power back up, and unless volume turned downed, it will shut down again and repeat. This only happens when it is hot outside or played at a higher volume. Is this a normal safety feature? because the back of the unit is SUPER HOT...
  8. tahoejag

    4 Blade Alum to 4 Blade SS ?

    Currently running Mich Vortex 14x20 4 blade alum. #'s are WOT- 4800 rpm, Top Speed 45 mph (gps), boat with average load and weight/fuel. I am running at the higher recommendation for WOT 4400-4800, possible bit for concern; however would like to go with SS. Here's where my question comes in...
  9. tahoejag

    A 1 Gen II Trim Gauge Flucuating

    Sometimes gauge reads accurately...meaning when drive is down, the gauge reads in the "down" position. Other times the gauge will read at the "quarter mark" when the drive is in the down position...only utilizing a portion of the gauge. Its almost like it reads two different settings when...
  10. tahoejag

    High Oil Pressure on 4.3l Mercruiser

    Is it normal to have oil pressure readings of 80 while running at or near WOT (4K +)? Midrange cruising speeds reads 60ish. Engine runs smooth, temp reading is 170-175ish, which imo normal. Oil dipstick is within the OK range.
  11. tahoejag

    Recommendations Due to Winter Disaster

    Situation - Tree limb fell into boat and ripped cover and canvas. Snow/rain/debris got into boat. Debris clogged drain plug. Bilge area and ski locker filled with water which is just above motor mounts....hence then froze, now a block of ice! Submerged in water/ice... fuel tank trim pump...
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    2006 Q6 S/F Sundeck Cushion Pattern....Need of

    I'm requesting from someone with same boat, if they could make out of paper or trace a pattern with dimensions of their aft sundeck cushion/foam and cover so I could get my local canvas/cushion shop to make one. More than willing to prepay for the pattern materials and shipping costs that are...
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    Prop Testing Result Template - FYI

    IBoaters's......had some spare time and typed up a template for recording prop testing results. I realize it gives general info, and could be edited, (the portion about the tabs is for my use for I have smart tabs). May save some writing time and would imagine could be copied and tailored to...
  14. tahoejag

    Adjusting Bow Winch to Boat Question

    With regard to the below answer to another post. My trailer is a -bunk only- trailer and the bunks are non-adjustable. The trailer is matched/built for the boat. When under warranty, dealer replaced bow winch for it had a vertical tilt to one side. Since then, when loading boat there is a...
  15. tahoejag

    350 Engine w Alpha Drive

    While chatting w friend, he shared his set up: Has a 350 4bl built to the max....claims he pushing 450 or more hp. I asked him what bravo drive he was running....(normal question, right?).....his response... he's running an alpha drive with a 1.5:1 gear ratio, Merc Mirage 21p 3 bld prop...
  16. tahoejag

    MK Terrova Deploying ?

    MK advertises their Terrova to be easily deployable....manually push down the lever and motor "drops" in the water. Myself, I ease the motor into the water, just seems like alot less strain on the mechanisim's than letting it 'drop' into the water. I've seen others let it self deploy as well...
  17. tahoejag

    Prop Tuning With Regard To Smart Tabs

    Just a thought here....for it seems like a catch 22 here that one would efffect the other...JMO. What would the correct or best way be to test different props on boat that have smart tabs installed? 1) Disconnect arm from tabs so that tabs have no effect on performance of boat, then test...
  18. tahoejag

    Performance Differences In Relation To Gear Ratio's

    A 1:81-1 ratio would be for every one revolution of the prop the engine crank turns 1:81 times....correct? Having everything identical - engine, props, rpms, load, etc.... with a 1:81 gear ratio the prop would turn slower than a 1:50 (as an example) gear ratio? What is the purpose for...
  19. tahoejag

    RC and Amphr Rating ? w 24v System

    Fellow Boaters and Battery Experts....Battery is a Interstate SRM-29 rated at RC capacity 210 min = 3.5 hr @25 amps (hope thats correct me saying that). I have two of them...hence 24 volt system hooked to MK Terrova 80#. My question...Is the RC capacity DOUBLED being I have 2 batteries? i.e...
  20. tahoejag

    Cruising to Idle Speed Vibration

    While coming off cruising speed (2800 -3000rpm) going to idle speed (no wake speed) Note: it happens when I gradually yet quickly change this throttle speed....I would get a great amount of vibration within the boat when slowing down. However, the vibration is not noticed if I slowly reduce...
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