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    2006 Tohatsu 4 HP No Reverse

    Good Afternoon, I have a 2006 Tohatsu 4 hp 4 stroke. I had to replace the 3 lower unit gears, bearings and seals after the prop hit a rock. I just wrapped up the rebuild but now I have a new problem. I have no reverse. I disconnected the shift linkage from the selector lever on the motor at...
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    Yamaha F250 crankshaft

    I've got a 2006 Yamaha F250 that I am rebuilding. The crank has staining on the journals as seen in the photo. Any issues with this? Should I polish the journals or leave one? It is smooth to the touch with no pitting.
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    Swim Platform Construction

    Hi everyone. I have a 1984 Carver Mariner 28 that had a 20" wide swim platform on the transom. The platform was soft, the core was rotten, and it was not large enough for our uses (dinghy storage and general boarding). Here is a photo of where I started: Here is a sketch of the supports I...
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    Running rough, starter working hard

    2000 Volvo Penta 5.7L GS I pulled the motor this past winter and replaced the starter, spark plugs, manifolds, risers, and drive coupler. I just got the engine back in the boat this week and I have the following problems: Starting the engine is difficult. By that I mean the starter struggles...
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    Changing Drive Coupler As A Maintenance Item?

    I have a 2000 Volvo Penta 5.7L engine mated to a DP-SM drive. The package has 700 hours on it, and I currently have the engine out (painted it, cleaned bilge, etc) and I was wondering if I should replace the Drive Coupler as a maintenance item? I have no issues with it at the moment. Thanks for...
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    2000 Volvo Penta 5.7L GS - Water In Cylinders

    I have a 2000 Volvo Penta 5.7L GS with 750 hours on it. It is RWC and has been used in both salt and fresh water. I replaced the manifolds 3 years ago with Barr, and the risers 4 years ago with OEM volvo. In early July I started to experience rough running condition at idle speed (misfiring)...
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    2000 Volvo Penta 5.7 GS Power Steering Pump

    I need to replace the power steering pump on my 2000 Volvo Penta 5.7L GS due to a leak at the reservoir, and I was wondering if I can just go to an automotive store and buy an automotive equivalent (GMC Truck with a 5.7L for example)? Thanks for the help!
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    Service Life Of Parts - 2000 VP 5.7 GS

    On a 10 year old boat what parts should be replaced for preventative maintenance? I don't mean service items like impellers, cap/rotor, belts, etc that have a set life or recommended change out schedule. What about the items that are never talked about? -Fuel pump? -Ignition Coil? -Relays...
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    How long for winterizing?

    For those of you with larger cuddy cabin style I/O boats (with water systems, marine head, washdown pumps, ect) how long does it take you to winterize at the end of the season? Here is my list: -change engine oil & filter -fog engine -drain RWC and add RV antifreeze -clean out bilge -remove...
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    Volvo Penta 5.7L GS - taking a long trip and need advice

    I am preparing to take a 300 mile trip on my 2000 Larson 254 Cabrio with a 5.7L Volvo Penta GS engine, which has 700 hours on it. I plan to replace the following for preventative measures: -Distributor cap and rotor -Spark plugs -Inspect plug wires (2 seasons old) and replace if needed...
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    Bad Riser gaskets?

    Engine is a 2000 Volvo Penta GS 5.7L RWC. I replaced the manifolds and risers last season with OEM risers, Barr manifolds. Came down to the boat this morning and went to start the engine and just got a solid clunk. I pulled the spark plugs and water came out of half of them (rear half). I...
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    Does anyone make 10' Aluminum Boats anymore?

    I currently have an 8' row boat as a tender and need something a bit larger, it seems that a 10' aluminum boat would fit the bill but I cannot find any. I do not want a jon boat but instead a V hull with reasonable gunnel height. If anyone knows a brand I would appreciate it! Thanks.
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    Tach issues on a 2000 Volvo Penta

    I have a 2000 Volvo Penta 5.7L GS engine, and the tachometer is erratic when I operate items such as the outdrive tilt/trim. If I drive a long distance at idle it often will read 3K RPMS when it should be around 1K. If I bump the engine speed up a bit the tach drops down and reads correctly. Is...
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    RWC Volvo Penta 5.7L GS Temp

    What should this engine (2000 Volvo Penta 5.7L GS) RWC run at for a temp? I installed a 160 degree t-stat and I only see 130 degrees on the gauge, is this normal or do I need to get an IR gun out? Before the original t-stat failed it would run at 175 degrees.
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    Volvo Penta Alternator Part

    I broke a part off the alternator of my 2000 Volvo Penta GS 5.7L, it is the black box as shown on the upper right of the below alternator: What is that little black box and what does it do? Is it replacable or do I need a new alternator? It seems to be a device to bleed off positive voltage...
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    2000 Volvo Penta 5.7L GL Running Problems

    I have a 2000 Volvo Penta 5.7L GL with 610 hours on it. I keep the boat well maintained and do all the work on it myself. I was cruising at 3200 RPMs this morning and heard a bang/pop. Then 2-3 seconds after the initial noise I lost power and the boat began running rough. I throttled down and...
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    Bottom paint advice

    I built a swim platform as a winter project, added trim tabs, and removed a transducer and speed pickup from the transom and now I need to paint it all. I am debating on what exactly to bottom paint- should I paint below the tape line to match the hull? I was planning on painting all the...
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    Cuddy Cabin Step

    Has anyone seen cuddy cabin boats with a built in trash can in the step down to the cuddy? I am trying to figure out the best way to make this work on my boat: Any ideas or does anyone have this setup in their own boat?
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    2000 VP DP-SM U-Joints

    I need to replace the u-joints on a 2000 VP DP-SM drive and I am aware that Volvo says you cannot replace just the u-joints- the entire shaft needs to be replaced. I have searched and cannot locate any solid conclusions on this. Is it possible to replace just the u-joints? Thanks
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    Deck drain issue

    I have a 2000 Larson 254 Cabrio with a molded in step that goes down to the cuddy. The problem I have always had was that the drain never worked correctly, there was always water in it- here's why: Now I went out and cut the rise out of the hose: However I am now realizing that the rise...
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