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    MerCruiser 7.4L Bravo GM 454 V-8 1988-1991 Oil Filter & Adapter with two filters

    Don't be confused, have a seat and relax, Count to ten, take a deep breath, and let it go. I am mounting the wix oil filter on my transom, and I can mount it where ever I want. Remember my transom will be very close to the front of engine .
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    MerCruiser 7.4L Bravo GM 454 V-8 1988-1991 Oil Filter & Adapter with two filters

    For the ones that were confused, I have this MerCruiser 7.4L Bravo GM 454 V-8 1988-1991 Oil Filter & Adapter system on A 1990 MerCruiser 454 BBC engine I am getting ready to install in my 1971 Day Cruiser. Normally this system is installed on a Engine as this parts diagram shows. This 454...
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    72C Velvet Drive

    Thanks, my 10-18-014 does not need to be rebuilt,, All I need to know what goes on the output shaft. This 72C came with my V-drive boat as extra parts. I was going to install it, but it seems I can not find anyone that would come up with the knowledge of what is missing. I have it on Craigslist...
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    MerCruiser 7.4L Bravo GM 454 V-8 1988-1991 Oil Filter & Adapter with two filters

    I have a Remote oil Filter Adapter with two filters. Does the system need two oil filters??? I shared this with Patrick in marineengines.com he could not find a cover either. This system is for MerCruiser 7.4L Bravo GM 454 V-8 1988-1991 Oil Filter & Adapter, 0B771113 - 0D603117. the large WIX...
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    72C Velvet Drive

    Looking for a 72C Velvet drive, 10-18-014 for a MerCruiser?
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    exhaust - Resolved

    , Have Nice day. I use the potatoes Thank you
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    exhaust - Resolved

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    exhaust - Resolved

    Thanks any way for all you guys help.
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    exhaust - Resolved

    I did run water threw it and it is not blocked.
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    exhaust - Resolved

    resolved Hello , I just R&R my exhaust manifolds and noticed only one side had a exhaust flapper. 1986 OMC 4.3 stringer I have heard they have been discontinued to use on newer models. My 1972 threw the transom V-Drive Stevens flat bottom Did not have any flappers, never was a problem. So if...
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    1985 OMC stringer 800 with a 4.3 possible cracked engine block

    Thank you all for your help. Finally after 3 days of snow I got to uncover the project. I found out Where the water got into my 1985 4.3 OMC STRINGER. I found the fuel pump gasket upside down causing the engine to let water into the engine when I steam cleaned the bulge area and engine. Engine...
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    1995 Larson 214 LXI... Floor and stringers

    Your project is looking great. Those stringers and bulkheads take a lot of layers. I removed the top off of the hull, this was my 1989 Rienell
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    Worst snowfall on record in U.K.

    So You guys got all the snow this winter. Here in Lake Tahoe CA/NV we Finally got a good snow storm for this winter, Kinda late but we got about five feet in a few days. and more to come I hope. The more snow the more revenue and more water in the lakes. Stay warm,
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    Is foam enough?

    Wow that reminds me of my 1989 Reinell, It had all the wood rotten, It was a bad year for reinell's The stringers, transom, motor mounts, all rotten wood. A sawsall and grinder were my tools, and a painter suit duck taped around my wrist and ankles , gloves full face mask. And make sure you have...
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    Omc stringer vs cobra exhaust manifolds

    Thanks Lou, Yep That's how I did it . Plus I plugged the exhaust out let and the water out let so the acetone could fill to the top.
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    Boat Names

    My 1980 Mastercraft is named WET'R THE BET'R
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    Omc stringer vs cobra exhaust manifolds

    I just ran water to the hose inlet and stuck a rag in the 3.5 out let and water was pouring into my exhaust ports. This is on a 1985 4.3 omc stringer, Looking in EBAY are are some listed as OMC Cobra that have the same manifold castings as my stringer Port 984221 starboard 984222...
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    1985 OMC stringer 800 with a 4.3 possible cracked engine block

    I do not think I have bat wings in the 1985 engine , It is a one piece manifold. lie the manifold in the photo this photo is looks like the one in my 1985 I can get this set for $600. they say 1985-1990
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    1985 OMC stringer 800 with a 4.3 possible cracked engine block

    I had a Topic on can you repace engine without pulling the out drive. Thank you for the replies. Now may not have to pull engine, I gave the cooling system a leak test of 23 lbs of air, the results was no leakage. The puzzling thing is the oil is milky. I changed the oil and filter twice...
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    Can a 4.3 engine be removed and replaced without pulling the omc outdrive?

    Hello, I have A 1985 OMC stringer 800 with a 4.3 cracked engine block, Can the engine be R&R removed and replaced with out removing the out drive? Seems like it would be impossible to slide the engine on to the gimbal bearing and shaft.
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