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    45hp chrysler blowing bubbles after impeller change

    Finally, got everything in the powerhead running ok and on the last test before taking it out found that the impeller was ripped up. Changed the impeller over and got a stream of water out, although weaker than the previous setup. I took it on the water and it pumped water ok but was blowing...
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    1972 45hp Chrysler - No spark from bottom plug

    What is the best way to check if a spark plug lead is producing current? I only have spark at the top cylinder but it is strong and even enough to run the motor. I have a mini tacho that wraps around the plug leads and reads the RPM. This reads on both leads, so unless it is reading off the top...
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    Chrysler impeller / water pump (70's) missing top plate & driveshaft stacking order

    Chrysler impeller / water pump (70's) missing top plate & driveshaft stacking order I have three Chryslers in various states. 1972 45hp (running), 1978 45hp (not running) and 1975 20hp (running). They all have the same impeller setup but none have the top plate from the exploded drawings in the...
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    Late 60's Pride Spitfire - Unsure whether to replace transom.

    Bought this boat recently knowing it needed some work. The transom had bowed from true (3-4mm) enough to split the fibreglass cap and show movement at the back corners of the splashwell when lifting the bow from the trailer using the outboard. The lips of the hull and top cap had split on the...
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    1972 45hp chrysler control cable help

    Hi all. New to the forum, new to boats. I recently bought my first boat which is a late 60's pride/(caribbean) spitfire with a 72 chrysler 45hp. I took the boat to a local shop and then a another guy who works on older boats and both said that the control cables are attached incorrectly. Looking...
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