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    Engine driven raw water pump on alpha 1 gen 2?

    I am parting out a boat with a volvo penta 290. I have all the parts to install a crank driven water pump along with hoses. For those not aware of the 290, the pump sucks water through the outdrive before pumping into motor. Is there any reason i cannot remove the impeller from my alpha and run...
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    Any one run 2 bimi tops on cabin cruiser?

    I have a 92 rinker 235. The current bimini doesnt cover enough of the windshield area so mid day and afternoon sun kills anything on the dash as well as me at the helm. Its not long enough to keep much in the back shaded either as sevreral feet foward of the transom is exposed where we...
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    Volvo penta aq211 swapping 1pc to 2 pc rear main seal block

    Doing some trading with the race shop next to my shop (trading a built/modded 268 husqvarna for a 350) this flyweel on the back of my AQ211A NO CU76064 14893627 is the block stamp i believe this is a 2 pc rear main. They mostly have the newer 1pc. Will my splined coupler assembly fit on a...
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    Need some part numbers for 290A reinstall after transom rebuild

    I know i want oem or oe replacement parts for the following bellows (both) raw water pick up goose neck raw water hose. Transom shield gasket (has silicone on it from factory any better suggestion?) o ring for y pipe sealing ring for bell housing Where the 2nd inside the transom shield goose...
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    Volvo 290 to sx conversion???

    So i need some pricey 290 fork tilt cylinders. In my local search i found an SX from a 4cyl. I have a v8. I have pitting everywhere. Other than the cylinders it's cosmetic. I was told i could use the newer sx transom shield, the sx upper drive and tilt cylinders then put my 290 foot on. I...
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    Volvo 290 trim cylinder replacement options

    So i got my outdrive off. Looking at my leak free rams there is an issue with one of them. The starboard side is pitted badly. I can see half the threads of the one of the high pressure inlet hoses. I need a replacement. I think its wise to deal with this in the midst of a transom rebuild and...
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    Volvo Penta 290 pivot pin removal question

    Mud dobbers have nested in the threaded holes and i cant get any 5/16 bolt to easily start. I want to use a thread chaser to clean it out but what size is it? I want to make sure i bring the right size/thread bolts and thread chaser home to remove rhe outdrive this weekend. Im making a little...
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    A little refresher on engine/bellhousing/outdrive alignment

    Im about to yank my aq211a power house of a gm 305 out of my 23 ft centurion (MINI) cabin boat to rebuild the transom. Im using arjay(ceramic version of seacast) to pour the new stingers/engine mounts with the motor somewhat in place(slightly raised) to keep mounts as close to oem placement as...
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    Help ID a mercury v8 gm distributor

    Came with a box of goodies in a parts boat i purchased. Wanting to know if i can use it to replace the points distributor on my volvo pents 305 v8, im assuming i need a hotter coil and igniton module
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    Early 90s 4.3 to 97+ 4.3 efi

    I picked up a small cuddy cabin walk around to use while i restore my carver flybridge/vw diesel engine swap (trying to find a way to cool turbo manifold w/o losing turbo performance) great hull, bravo 1 outdrive, trim tabs, swim platfrom. She's ready for a keys fishing trip other than the...
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    Help me rebuild my 1978 350 5.7

    I have a 26 ft flybridge I'm restoring. Haven't ever heard her run. Compression test yielded low numbers on #1 cylinder. Engine is coming out while i rewire and reseal everyting so whether its just a freshinging with new rings and a hone plus bearings she's getting torn apart. I aleady have a...
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    Some one school me on hydraulic manual steering

    Looking to build a custom manual hydraulic steering system for a 25 ft fly bridge dual helm boat. 5.7 with alpha drive. Is this boat too big for manual hydro steer? Should i build it with the power assist? Looking to keep it simple and functional, this old boat isnt worth much, just a floating...
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    FT9.9ELJ weird running issue???

    I'm looking for a yamaha 4 stroke expert to chime in and help me! I have had this motor for about three years. It's been super reliable for me. Last year while running it sounds like I am losing a cylinder. Then it picks back up. Its very random. I specialize in outdoor power equipment...
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    FT9.9ELJ carb issues and oil light question

    I've just picked up this long shaft motor for my sailboat and i'm trying to get it running right. Runs extremely lean, you have to manually choke it to keep it running. I've thoroughly cleaned the carb. one of the vacuum lines is capped off with a screw so i'm assuming it needs to go somewhere...
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    1983 3.5 merc obs parts help

    Hi all. I have a wonderfully running low hour 3.5 kicker. I need a water pump housing that is obs. Anyone have any recommendations on who might stock good used or obs merc parts? I would even buy a complete motor for parts if it were long shaft. This motor is light and starts 2 to 3 pulls every...
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    any sailors in upstate south carolina?

    I'm about to put my 21 ft venture in the water. before i step the mast i'd love to find someone in the upstate who is knowledgeable of sailboat to check it out and make sure i have all the running rigging needed to run the main/geona sails. I've almost completed a full restoration of her (all...
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    Identify this boat? I thought it was a Macgregor Venture 21 BUT?????

    i purhcased this boat and i thought it was a mac venture 21 but after looking more closely i'm thinking it's something else. The hull numbers have been re issued so i'm stuck with the FLZ hull id which leaves me at a loss for finding the manufacturer. Whatever the boat is she has a few hull...
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    Help me choose my first sailboat

    I'm looking for a starter project boat for the family. We have 2 young children and another on the way. Looking for something easy to sail (single handed) displacement of less than 2,000lbs and sleeps 4-5. Looking in the 19-23 ft range with trailer Will see mainly lake use so swing keel...
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    What water pump kit do i need? Real time help!

    I'm trying to order the water pump kit for my 1984 Black Max 150. Serial number 6465887 from i-boats.com there are two v-6 150 serial number brakes A904646 & below and A904646 & above. I have no idea which one i have since my serial starts with a number...not a letter. Did the numerical...
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    Mercury Black Max 150 over heating! little help please :)

    have a mercury blackmax 150. I belive it's about an 88. compression 120-130 on all cylinders cold. new thermostats Physicaly inspected head gaskets when stats were changed. inspected water pump and looked in great shape. runs great with ear muffs/idle as soon as i give it gas in gear it...
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