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    Compression test on Ford 5.0 FL motor

    All, Previous owner replaced long block. I figured as I was changing the manifolds I might as well do a compression test while it's all torn apart. My lowest was 115-118 psi, highest was 125 psi. Test was done cold (40 degrees outside). Are these numbers acceptable? How much do they increase...
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    VP engine swap - ford to gm block

    All, I need some smart help. My wife said to research a new boat motor swapping from ford to chevy based block. I know everything would have to change on the engine itself. I have a 1996 Osprey Fisherman 22' glass cuddy. The boat came with a VP 5.0 FL PHUR motor. As ford quit making marine...
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    Swap engine or engine and outdrive.. help

    I have a 5.0 FL with a 290 DP c-1. The outdrive has about 1500 hrs on it. The motor has about 350 since the previous owner dropped a new ford core in it. I want a little more power and to get away from the carburated engine. It runs fairly strong, but my boat hull itself is 4500-5000 lbs without...
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    Need outdrive, bellhousing advice

    I have a '96 Osprey Fisherman Pilothouse. It is my first boat and evidently I'm not extremely savvy. Owner I purchased from put a new long block in a few years ago, 280 hrs on it when I got it. He purchased from local Ford dealership and installed all the marine components on it. It's a a 5.0...
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    Volvo Penta 5.0 FL manifold removal

    So I've got 5 of the 8 bolts holding my manifold off, but having issues with the last three. Looking for ideas, it seems I can't get the socket on them as they have some tight clearance with the manifold. Looking for ideas, tips, or tricks. Thanks! -D
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    Volvo Penta 5.0 FL spark plug change

    All, I want to change my plugs in my 5.0 FL (new to boat) and am having issues gaining access to the plugs around the manifolds. Does anyone have some good tip or trick I can use? Thanks! -D
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