Recent content by Adam_c

  1. Adam_c

    500 RPM LOSS? what can cause this? 2.5L Iron Duke

    I was Running around 4200-4400 rpm WOT 19P prop and recently i noticed im running about 3500-3800 RPM WOT which of course means i'm not going as fast now by no means would i constantly run it WOT but its nice to have that extra little bit. what could cause this? I've checked my throttle...
  2. Adam_c

    Power valve issue maybe?

    So I posted awhile ago thought I had fixed my stalling boat by finding plastic in my gas tank pick up tube. Removed it seemed to run better but still not 100% ​​​​​​ Had the boat out today was doing about 30 ish mph for about 20 mins and when throttling down boat sputters and stalls. Was doing...
  3. Adam_c

    Brand / type coil replacement help

    My local marine shop wants $80 for a mercruiser coil for my 2.5L is that a good price or can I get one at a parts store for cheaper that will do the same? If so what would I ask for is there a specific brand or type that will work? Thanks in advance.
  4. Adam_c

    Circuit breaker / 10 pin connector question

    If I jiggle my 10 pin connector the engine stalls, Obviously an issue in there, but would that cause my circuit break to "pop" thus not being able to start the boat? And would pushing the button reset it? When it stalls when warm, It turns over but won't start, would that button make it start...
  5. Adam_c

    2.5l speedo not working after impeller change

    It's not a big deal, but wondering if something got disconnect when I did the impeller change. Alpha1 Gen 1 Watched some youtube videos about there being a plugged hole on the drive but don't see a hole on mine. My fish finder has the speed on it so no biggie but curious. Thanks in advance.
  6. Adam_c

    2.5L hesitation after 30ish mins then runs fine

    Need some advice on my 1990 2.5l / 3.0 mercruiser V171 invader Started no problem, drove about 20 mins the had hesitation for about 4 seconds then ran normal. Drove another 30 mins a bit more hesitations but didn't stall. Drove for about and hour and a half one way. Got back in started right...
  7. Adam_c

    Starter bolts loose but cant remove?

    Hello, I have a 2.5l and I got the easy bolt and the difficult one out I can rock the starter side to side but wont pull out I've even tried a pry bar. Any advice on what to do next? Thanks in advance.
  8. Adam_c

    Drain plug issue 2.5l mercruiser

    Hi all, Not sure if rust got in threads but cant tighten more the a quarter turn before it pops out bought s new plug hoping it would work but didnt .should I use a tap and die set to see if I can turn it thru the block? What should/ could I do ? thanks in advance Adam
See more
Top