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  1. drew_caplan

    Posting photos with ImgBB

    Since the issues with photos persist here, one tool you can use is ImgBB. 1. Head over to https://imgbb.com/ 2. Upload your photos. 3. Select one of the two HTML versions (I recommend Full Linked) 4. From the code, select only the http://... to the end of the .jpg (it is a pain because it...
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    1999 Volvo Penta 4.3 - no reading on temperature gauge

    After my recent engine replacement, I am not getting any reading my temperature gauge. I believe after reading on here the sender has to be grounded and sends a ground signal to the gauge (correct me if I am wrong) so I am going to check three things: Ground the wire at the sensor to a good...
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    1999 Volvo Penta 4.3 GL - No fuel pump or crank

    So here is a head scratcher for you. While cranking the fuel pump is not running. The relay is getting 12 volts and getting the 12v signal when cranking. Replaced the relay with a new one, no change. Jump straight to the pump and it kicks in. And than every once in a while the engine wont...
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    New Engine - No spark

    So, after weeks of rebuilding my engine, new long block, everything back in, it won't fire lol. I have double checked all my wires, get 12v to the fuel pump. I am going to pull the main lead from the distributor tonight to see if I am getting power there. I have also checked the safety, all...
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    Engine Re-Build - Wire and clearance

    So, as as I near the completion of my 4.3 rebuild, I have two questions. 1. Anyone know where this wire goes? 2. I installed an aftermarket intake, and I am not sure if the position of the thermostat housing is slightly different of if the clearance is always this tight around the fuel pump...
  6. drew_caplan

    Volvo Penta Cobra Gasket

    I am just about to put the new motor in the Four Winns and putting the outdrive back together. I ordered a gasket kit for it but noticed that when I pulled it originally there was no 'main' gasket but just one around the water intake. Is this normal and the surfaces act as a gasket or should...
  7. drew_caplan

    Outdrive Maintenance

    Hello! I am replacing the motor in my 1999 Four Winns this week and I pulled off the outdrive today (SX Cobra). It slid of quite easily and everything looks pretty good. I have two questions though: 1. I noticed a tiny bit of water in the bellow but It looks like it was replaced perhaps before...
  8. drew_caplan

    1998 4.3 GL Head Replacement

    Hey everyone! I have a 1998 Volvo Penta 4.3 GL that didn't survive winter. I have been winterizing boats a long time so not sure if I did a poor job and missed something or it was just bad luck. The motor only had 113 hour on it and when I went to start it I noticed water coming out between the...
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    Vacuum Hose missing?

    I recently purchased a stunning 1999 Four Winns Horizon 180 with a 4.3 Volvo (OMC) Penta in it. It ran great the first two times out but has since decided it wont start. I am putting a new battery it in since the one in it is older and of poor quality and today while putting new plugs in it I...
  10. drew_caplan

    1998 Four Winns Horizon Restoration

    Hello and nice to meet everyone! I am in the process of restoring my new to me but in very great condition 1998 Four Winns Horizon RX to its original condition. I have been reading but never participating in these forums for years now and admittedly I wont be grinding out any fibreglass on this...
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