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    Bilge pump

    I have a 2005 stingray. The bilge pump is a 500gph one and original. Is there a time period where it is smart to replace these? if I do is it best to go with a 1000gph one? It’s a 20 ft open bow boat. thanks
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    4.3 GL-D carbureted.

    What is the best way to get RV antifreeze through the whole block without issues of getting thermostat to open? i have been using the 5 gallon Jug of rv antifreeze using earmuffs but it always seems I end up overheating the impeller. Couple of times the impeller housing got red hot. Ughhh...
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    Volvo Penta sx drive

    I have a 2005 stingray with 4.3 and sx drive I want to remove the outdrive for my first time and probably replace the gimbal bearing and grease/inspect maybe even replace the joints. what tools, parts, seals, etc would I need? any advice in doing this job. What to watch out for,etc? is...
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    Outdrive questions

    I have a 2005 stingray with 4.3 and Volvo Penta sx drive. How much grease should I pump into gimbal through zerk? Is it bad to over grease it? i have never had my outdrive off. Boat has 150 hours on it. Is it supposed to come off yearly? any suggestions on a stand? I’m mechanically...
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    2005 Volvo Penta 4.3 engine block drain plugs

    When winterizing, one of the block drain plugs split. It is the one on the side of the block in front of the starter. Anyone have a part number for me to replace the whole plug/base? The base is what split. I have it out of the block. Just need to know what to order. Thank you PS: They are...
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    Water in Bilge area

    I have a 2005 stingray 195ls. We were out on the lake today for about 6 hours. In and out of the water swimming and tubing. 6 of us. When I was coming into rock I noticed the bilge pump running pumping water out for a minute. When we got home, I took the plug out and about 2 gallons of water...
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    Hanging Wire Harness

    I have a fiberglass Stingray 195LS. I installed a marine Amp under my radio/glove compartment. Ran the heavy gauge wire down the side (high) that is all in wire loom. Problem I am having is the wires keep falling down. I have tried self stick industrial zip tie tabs, hot glue, 3M tape...
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    Question

    Hi all, In the bottom of my stingray (fiberglass boat). I have a storage compartment that we keep cover poles, stern light, docking poles, mirror for tubing, paddles, toe rope etc. had boat in storage for 2 years, just got it out on the lake the other day. When opening the storage in...
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    Just a Question - Hypethetical

    I have a SX-M outdrive. What could you do should you get done boating and the outdrive will not go back up? Obviously you can't trailer it or pull it out with outdrive stuck down. What would you have to do to manually raise it? Just curious in case this ever happened. Thanks
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    2005 Volvo Penta SX Drive - Mishap

    Hi All... well for the first time, we had a mishap today pulling the boat out. Simply rushing and not paying attention led me to give wife the go ahead to pull the boat out, and I forgot to raise the outdrive. So it bounced a couple times (boat ramp has big grooves in it that causes the trailer...
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    2005 4.3litre Volvo Penta (carb) oil?

    Just went to order a gallon of 30W 5 Qt Synthetic Oil for Volvo - Mallory, but it has been discontinued. Is 10w-40 the correct replacement?
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    Had a Mishap....

    Hello Everyone. Have a 2005 Stingray 195, with 4.3litrer and volvo penta sx-m drive single prop. Took family out to a new lake. Unfortunately the ramp was full of really impatient people that barrel down on each other. While your trying to put in, people are backing down with their boat...
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    Part Number for 2005 SX drive drain plug

    Hello! I have a 2005 Volvo Penta SX Drive, and the lower unit drain plug I want to replace. Reason is the edges are getting chewed up from trying to remove it with flathead screwdriver, LOL. Anyone have the exact part number so I can order a couple replacements. Thank you!
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    Bilge Pump, Upgrade?

    I have a 2005 Stingray 195LX, and it came with a 500gph bilge pump that operates by float, and/or manual switch on dash. I was wondering if it would make sense to upgrade this to an 1000+gph? Is it easy, advisable to do this? Safer?, etc. PS: I noticed up to 750gph uses same diameter...
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    Maintenance Questions

    Hello, I wanted to thank you in advance if you can help answer some questions I have: I have a 2005 Stingray with the 4.3 GL-D and the SX-M 1.79 Outdrive. I replaced the fuel filter yesterday, Do I need to pre-fill it with gas before trying to start or is installing it empty ok? I...
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    21513423 Spark Plugs

    My 2005 Volvo Penta 4.3GL-D takes 21513423 Volvo Penta Spark Plugs. Who makes Volvo Penta Spark Plugs? Where can I find the crossover to buy NGK or ACDELCO? Volvo Penta 21513423 is $65.00 for 6 Plugs! OUCH!
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    Gimbal Bearing Grease Fitting / Tube

    The gimbal bearing grease tube, is this water tight? Or should I pull it out and put some kind of sealer around it? I had to replace this tube because the grease fitting pulled right out. So I installed a new tube with a 45 degree fitting on it, so it is easier to get on and off with...
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    VP 4.3 litre GL-D Carbureted - Location of all the water drain plugs

    Hello Everyone, Does anyone have a picture noting the locations of all the water drain plugs on this engine, manifolds, etc? Or a good description of where all of them are? I want to make sure I drain all of them, properly. Thank you all in advance.
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    2005 Volvo Penta 4.3 GL-D Carbureted Winterizing

    I winterized my motor today, Here is a couple questions I hope you can answer: I used the starbrite kit, and filled up container with 5 gallons of RV antifreeze. I ran the motor with ears, and siphoned the 5 gallons of RV antifreeze through motor and sterndrive. Is this ok for leaving...
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    Loss of "traction" on hard turns

    I have a 2005 Stingray 195LS with 4.3 litre sx drive. When I am cruising and make a hard high speed turn, the engine rpms stay the same or go higher, but all propulsion stops, I have to lower the throttle and slow down for it to noticeably regain propulsion. I am not sure if this makes a...
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