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  1. jakwi

    Exhaust manifolds, time to replace?

    So 4.5 years, mostly brackish water. Religiously used a homemade saltaway mix to rinse. I have a new oem set, ready to go, I just thought I'd see what you guys think. I didn't see any sign of gasket failure, so not sure what to think of the moisture inside. this is the starboard side which is...
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    Exhaust Manifold Question

    Hi all, I was just wondering what the consensus is on exhaust manifold quality? Last time I used Mercruiser brand, but of course GLM, and Sierra are quite a bit cheaper. Is it worth it? Also last time I went with ecoated, is the ceramic worth the premium? I operate mostly in Brackish water...
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    water pump pulley

    Hi all, My water pump pulley, 8M0153706, is pretty rusted and I'd like to replace it. It's about $50 plus shipping, It seems like this is a pretty standard chevy part, does anyone have a chevy part number? It's probably a $15 item. pulley diameter is 6 inches with a 4 bolt pattern. My motor is...
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    Bayliner 245 volt gauge issue

    Hi all. I have a 2003 bayliner 245. In prepping to go out today I started the engine and I noticed my volt gauge was twitching near normal voltage and then went to 0. I thought maybe my alternator went out, but when I measured at the battery when running I had 14.6v. The needle still moves a bit...
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    quicksilver power trim & steering fluid vs automotive power steering fluid

    Hi all, Does anyone know if regular automotive power steering fluid is compatible with the quicksilver power trim & steering fluid? Can I mix the two in my power steering pump? or is it best to stick with the quicksilver fluid? Thanks for the input.
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    Oil drain line question

    Hi all, I have a mercruiser 357 alpha 4v. Per the parts list the oil drain line I need is 32-86528. My oil pan has a 1/2 inch by 20 tpi threading. The bag for the 32-865281 I received was slightly open and has a metric thread 14mm, fitting Did I receive the wrong part or just order the wrong...
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    Engine lift point - Lifting Eye question

    I have a Mercruiser 357 Alpha 4v Mercury repower. It has an existing bracket in the back as a lift point, but doesn't have one in the front. Is this the part I need or is there an existing lift point that I'm somehow not seeing? or is there a better option? I plan to use an engine hoist...
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    Oil Pan

    Hi all, I have a Mercruiser repower, 357 alpha 4v. My oil pan needs replacing and I'm seriously considering one of the aluminum oil pans you see on amazon, but I'm not exactly sure which year of SBC would be equivalent to my engine block. I think it would be 86-2002 with a one piece rear main...
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    Engine removal thoughts

    Hi all, I have a 2003 Bayliner 245 with a 5.7l engine. The tasks on this winter's maintenance list include changing out the rusty oil pan and also swapping the engine coupler that has started to slip. I plan on removing the exhaust manifolds to inspect them, as it has been 3 years since they...
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    slipping coupler?

    Hi all I have a 357 alpha 4v Mercruiser repower mated up to a Alpha 1 gen 2. We are down in the florida keys this week and ran about 40 miles up the gulf side from Marathon to Islamorada and then 6 miles out to alligator reef. I run a 19p prop , and I have a spare 17 that I sometimes use if we...
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    Shift cable adjustment

    Hey guys, just a little background and then my question. Back when I first bought the boat, I broke the skeg off at a sandbar. It was a painful lesson, but I guess I learned it the hard way. Anyway I bought a skeg guard and life continued. I found a good deal on a used Alpha 1 Gen 2 that...
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    Correct bottom gasket for impeller kit?

    Hi all I purchased a Mercury / Quicksilver 8M0100526 Impeller Repair Kit Initially I thought there that my kit was missing my bottom gasket, but now I think maybe it has the proper bottom gasket, but I'm not sure. There is a piece that looks like the bottom gasket, but is actually made out of...
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    Alpha 1 gen 2 oil in bellows

    Hi all, I'm working on my sterndrive and I've found a bit of oil in the bellows, no water, just oil. I assume this is the input shaft seal. Assuming I change the seal, do I need to replace the bellows also? They look to be in good shape, with no cracks at all in any position. Also if so are the...
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    Proper trim ram oil

    I have a 2003 bayliner with an alpha 1 gen 2 stern drive. I'm not sure whether I should use 30w or power steering fluid. My manual doesn't specify, for some odd reason. Any ideas? The link shows a picture of the pump. Thanks for the help.
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    Mercruiser v8 cuts out when hot

    Hi all, I'm hoping to get some input on the latest issue. I have a Mercruiser 357 Alpha 4v. It is essentially a Mercruiser 350 repower. Carbureted engine. Background For the last month or so we have been sticking relatively close to the ramp. Maybe 20 minutes of motoring, with 5 on plane. It...
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    Weird ignition/charging issue

    I have a strange issue that I'm hoping someone can shed some light on. I have a 2003 Bayliner 245 with a 357Alpha4v Mercruiser, which is just a 350 reman. The battery charger quit earlier in the year, but since I take it out almost every weekend it hasn't been an issue. It has two interstate...
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    trailer upgrades

    Hi all, I have a couple of questions I'm hoping someone here can help me with. I have a tandem axle magicTilt trailer, 1989. The springs are rusty and one of the axles needs replacement. Magic tilt sold two versions of this trailer, one lighter duty and one heavier duty. I have the lighter...
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    Trailer hardware question

    Hi all, I am going to replace the equalizer hangers on a Tandem MagicTilt trailer I have. I have purchased the hangers and the hardware for mounting it to the frame, but I'm wondering about the bolt that connects the equalizer to the hanger. My inclination is to use grade 8 bolts, which I've...
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    Winch strap question

    Hi all, I have a winch on my boat trailer that has a 2.75 inch spindle. I replaced the strap last year, 2 inch for 2 inch, and the new one is just as bad as the old one and gets all bound up. I've looked for other size straps. I have found a 3 inch strap and a 2.5 inch strap. Is there a...
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    Temp alarm switch part question

    Is there any difference bettween these two parts aside from the $100 and the electrical connector type. Sierra International TS25101 Quicksilver 48952 The 48592 is a temp alarm switch. and for some reason costs about $100 As far as I can tell the TS25101 is the same thing with a flat blade...
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