1984 omc 5.0 starting problems

[mrvini007]

I recently purchased an 84 bayliner capri 5.0 with a v-8 engine (502fthrcra) and a omc sterndrive (983488). these numbers we're on the valve cover. I believe this is a 225 hp and a 280 outdrive? i have power to lights,horn radio,etc. but the engine will not turn over(not even a click from the starter) and the tilt makes no noise at all when i hit the switch either. i checked all fuses and wires i could find but found nothing. I never owned an inboard before but have basic mech.skills. this is my first post and could use any advice i could get on this problem and any other info.on the engine/drive. wiring diagram possibly,thanks.

 

[Haut Medoc]

Re: 1984 omc 5.0 starting problems

Check & clean your main electrical connections + & -.....The starter & trim pump use alot of juice....Way more than the lights gauges.....JK

 

[Haut Medoc]

Re: 1984 omc 5.0 starting problems

& welcome to iboats ....JK

 

[whywhyzed]

Re: 1984 omc 5.0 starting problems

Originally posted by mrvini:<br /> I believe this is a ... 280 outdrive?

According to your engine info, your outdrive would be an 800 Series "Stringer" mount, "full mechanical" shift OMC. The "280" is a Volvo Penta model.... Bayliner used a lot of Volvo in 84, maybe you have a boat that someone has swapped an OMC engine into after the Volvo engine failed? But that engine would have been orig. coupled to an OMC 800 model.

 

[Don S]

Re: 1984 omc 5.0 starting problems

This would be the perfect time to post some pictures of your engine and outdrive.<br /><br />The OMC's had a big rubber boot that went around the drive and attached to the transom. <br /><br />Here is a chart of the Volvo drives.<br /><br /> Volvo Drive Chart