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    Plastic rivets holding in side panel cupholder remove/replace to give access to grab handles?

    The grab handles on my 2017 Stingray 198ls pulled loose. I have shimmed the holes with zip-ties and tightened them up, but it's a poor long-term solution. The issue is that they used stainless wood screws from the factory. I'd like to through bolt them with a nut and a washer. Access from behind...
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    Procedure to drain and refill closed antifreeze on 5th gen Volvo Penta 4.3?

    My 2017 is a bit low on AF. It takes the yellow VCS. I thought since I'm buying a jug, I might as well drain and refill as it hasn't been done since new. Is it really necessary to drain from three different locations? Is there space for a tray or do I let it run into the bilge and collect from...
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    Hard starting after drifting with warm engine, Volvo Penta 4.3, V6-200-J (2017), A699123, VPGAS063873, EFI fresh water cooled, SX outdrive

    Hi all- Boat starts on first crank when cold and idles smoothly. However, if we shut down the motor and drift for a while or dock for lunch, the boat takes a lot of cranks to restart. Is this normal? This has EFI electronic fuel injection, so the only option is to turn the key, then release for...
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    Volvo Penta SX power steering actuator fluid leak from large cylinder

    I have noticed a leak from the large cylinder (left seal under the 'P' in PENTA) on my 2017 power steering actuator. It is VP part# 21910902 Steering Cylinder SKU: VOL-21910902. Online research indicates the part is non-serviceable. There are after-market seal kits and rebuild services, but they...
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    Help wiring Bennett Auto trim pro and module into existing boat wiring for complete newb

    I'm attempting to install Bennett electric trim tabs (Bolt) with Auto trim pro controls and module. I'm new to boat wiring, so bear with me. I'm trying to figure out the cleanest way to connect to existing wiring (2017 Stingray 198ls). I've decided to mount the module above the battery on the...
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