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    Carb bowl fill with fuel (starting problem) and rebuild kit

    I have a 2003 Volvo Penta 3.0 GLM-B, SX drive. When I start the engine, it is hard to crank over and will not start. I assume that the carb is flooding (I was able to start it once the very first time after the boat sat. None thereafter). When looking down the carb, I do notice a pool of...
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    Where to hold crankshaft to perform leakdown test

    I have water in the engine oil (milkshake) and trying to perform a leakdown test to determine the issue. I have a 2003 3.0 GLP-B volvo penta engine and SX-M drive. When I perform the leakdown test to TDC the cylinder moves and does not provide an accurate reading. Is there a way to lock down...
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    Battery?

    I have a 2003 Volvo Penta 3.0 and in need of a battery replacement. I figure it's time since this battery is the original for '03 and it's leaking. Any recommended ideas on which battery is good or at least decent? Thanks in advanced.
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    Do I need a hub?

    I have a 2003 Volvo Penta 3.0 SX and looking to purchase a propeller. The questions is, do I need to purchase a hub for this propeller, or does it come in one piece (prop and hub). See specs. before from what I've got from the iboat/propeller site. Thanks in advanced. SKU:#8611-143-21...
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    Audible alarm problem

    When I took my boat out to the lake and started the engine, I notice that there was an audible alarm coming from right under steering wheel. It would not stop. I've checked all the gauges to make sure the oil pressure, temp. gauge, and fluild levels are correct. All appears to be normal. I...
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    fuel dripping near arrestor --help

    I recently purchased a boat and it has a volvo penta 3.0. I ran it for the first time today at a local lake and I notice a strong fume smell. When I opened up the cover to see the motor, I notice fuel dripping slowly near the arrestor. What do I need to do to fix this? Is this normal? How...
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