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    Constant drain of 1 of 2 batteries

    The switch is working fine and does exactly what it is supposed to by giving me both batteries for the moment of cranking to start.
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    Constant drain of 1 of 2 batteries

    Got the boat with that setup over 20 years ago and never thought twice about it. Never an issue. Parrelel switch is a spring loaded toggle on the dash which when held to "on"connects both batteries momentarily for startup when 1 battery is weak.
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    Constant drain of 1 of 2 batteries

    One of the batteries for stbd engine and everything else, the other battery seems to be for port engine only. and I have a parallel switch on dash.Will disconnect bilge pumps to monitor drainage. Pulled radio faceplate off so I assume that keeps it off. Mikes method is next.Thanks guys
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    Constant drain of 1 of 2 batteries

    Still searching....still draining down
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    Constant drain of 1 of 2 batteries

    Thanks ,overnight has been draining down. Battery was newts spring
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    Constant drain of 1 of 2 batteries

    This 280 Regal never had a battery switch and I never had an issue so leave well enough alone. Our Grady White has a battery switch that is turned off when not in use.. I'm still assuming the drain was from a cabin light switched on but bulb was not tight so it didn't light. Does not sound like...
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    Constant drain of 1 of 2 batteries

    UPDATE, ha e not had ti.e to ck anything but today it seems to have stopped the draining. Gotta ask wife if she has been leaving anything on..??? Charlie
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    Constant drain of 1 of 2 batteries

    BTW I have a 2 battery system with no. Battery switch
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    Constant drain of 1 of 2 batteries

    I have a multimeter but this sounds like something I should have ck.out by a pro. I ha e zero experience in this area
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    Constant drain of 1 of 2 batteries

    1988 Regal 280 twin 5.0LX with alpha drives.Replaced battery that I assumed was bad. It was not. The replacement is constantly getting drained to zero. Every switch and light is turned off.Fridge is on shore power. I'm puzzled??? Where to look?? Nothing is on. Charlie
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    Installing one of my alpha one drives and Can't believe I did this.....

    UPDATE, I was able to wiggle the "shift shaft stabilizer tool" out of the prop hub. All good now!!! Thanks for the help guys!! Charlie
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    5.0 XL Mercruiser possible carb/fuel pressure issue

    Quadrajet I believe, new tank.Started right up today and ran for a while with no issues. I have never had an issue with this motor so never changed carb filter.May do that next if I can find the filter I bought a number of years ago. If I dont find it I can just clean the current one if dirty...
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    5.0 XL Mercruiser possible carb/fuel pressure issue

    tanks were not dirty
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    5.0 XL Mercruiser possible carb/fuel pressure issue

    Outboard tank vent was open. I assumed closing the vent would slow the flow so tried that too. No start until I held carb open. Bad fuel tanks forced me to use outboard tank for now.Fuel is new, separator is new.Thanks for the reply, Charlie
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    5.0 XL Mercruiser possible carb/fuel pressure issue

    1988 Merc 5.0 XL 4bbl carb. 20+ years and never an issue starting .Had to switch over to an outboard fuel tank this season .Started and ran fine 1st time out. Next day started right up and stalled shortly after.Would not restart. Checked fuel water separator and fuel usually drips out when...
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    Installing one of my alpha one drives and Can't believe I did this.....

    Yes ,I was relieved to see where it wound up....VERY relieved
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    Installing one of my alpha one drives and Can't believe I did this.....

    Update, found that the part dropped into exhaust end of outdrive.I see it trying to slip out under the prop.Will try to yank it out with a pliers. THAT was a Duhhh moment. Charlie
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    Flushing OX66 200hp saltwater series.

    No issues, flush once a week thru flush port hose.seen a lot of videos flushing with rid lime and vinegar.Most remove lower unit and run a pump thru there.why not thru the flush port or why not run in a barrel of water/solution??? Most videos had an overheat issue which I do not. Just curious if...
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    Cannot get outdrive installed to the last 1/2 inch - need your advice!

    I would NEVER recommend bashing an outdrive to get it installed. I have installed my own outdrives for over 30 years and the most force I have ever had to use was hitting it with my shoulder to get it moving. Bashing it might get it in however just as high a chance that you are forcing something...
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    How to run twin 5.0s from portable outboard tanks

    UPDATE. ,launched yesterday with 3 gal outboard tank with 2 prong connector. All fine with both motors running at idle speed.Went up canal to my slip approx 3 blocks inland. Ran fine, flushed motors so total run time 15-20 mins. Appears to have burned approx 1 gallon maybe slightly more. So far...
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