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    Mercruiser 1.7 Diesel - Replacment Pistons

    Thanks for the info - well aware of that (this is my 1nd 1.7). The issue is that there were updated pistons produced (to solve this issue, to my knowledge). There are 3 grades available.... we have no idea where to start looking to source!
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    Mercruiser 1.7 Diesel - Replacment Pistons

    Hi all, We have a 6.5m RIB with the Mercruiser 1.7 diesel. It is the older generation (Not starting with 88). We knew that a piston (#3, as always!) was going to eventually crack, and it did. We have the engine apart. The pistons are the old Isuzu pistons with the only marking on it being: B...
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    Valve clearance? Volvo 3.0GS Petrol

    Hi, I'm in the process of re-building a 1997 Volvo 3.0GS, but after hours of searching can't find the valve clearance figures. Can anyone point me in the right direction? Thanks a lot :)
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    Volvo Penta 3ltr petrol engine replacement

    Folks, (Mechanic) friend just been offered a very good deal on a Larson bowrider with a Volvo Penta 3ltr engine. The engine has seized. The owner says that he put it away last year, went to use it this year and it wouldn't turn over. The head has been off with engine out of the boat and still...
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    What model TinyTach for Tohatsu 50hp?

    Hi guys, I have just bought a brand new Ceasar Thundercat (Similar to Zapcat) with a new Tohatsu 50hp 2stroke carb 3cylinder I want to install a tacho so I know what RPM i'm running at. Can anyone recommend me what model TinyTach I need, since it's a 3 cylinder? Here's the link to the models...
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    Canopy frame attachment - Replacment, where? (Pic)

    When taking apart the frame for my canopy the last day, the end attachment (secured with allen bolt) that you use for securing the frame to the boat slipped off, and fell into the water - A gonner. Does anyone know where I might find a replacment? See pic below of what i'm talking about. It's...
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    Honda 90HP 4stroke oil filter....

    Hi guys, Is the Honda 90HP 4stroke oil filter the same used in the Honda engines? My local boatshop is closed today and need to change the oil on a friends engine. Of course the guy doesn't have the manual, any ideas what oil I should be using? Semi or fully synthetic?
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    What props have I got? (Volvo Duoprop)

    Hi guys, Currently running a Volvo KAD32 with duo props. The problem is that she should be achieving 3700 - 3900RPM WOT but i'm only getting 3000RPM, i'm obviously over pitching. The only code I could find on my props was A5F 854778, which was on the forward prop Can anyone shed some light on...
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    Buying Volvo Penta KAD32 - Advise/tips?

    Hi guys, Not strictly RIB related. I am going to inspect a boat next week, which I intend to buy. There is a Volvo KAD 32 diesel (Super and Turbo - 170HP - 2001) installed. Is there anything in particular I should be looking out for? Any known faults with the engine? The supercharger has been...
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    Alpha 1 Gen 2 - Grease points

    Hi guys, I have an Alpha 1 Gen 2 (installed new 2005) on my boat. When I went to grease all the nipples on the stern-drive, the only nipple I could locate was the gimbal bearing one. In the manual, it show's 2 more nipples for greasing the hinges (I think). What am I missing? I am almost...
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    Alternatives to "Quicksilver High Performance Gear Lube"

    Hi guys, Here in Ireland there is no local Mercury dealer so I can't buy the 'proper' gear oil. Can anyone give me an alternative? What grade gear oil should I use?
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    Mercruiser 2.8 D-Tronics 165HP Diesel - Any opinions?

    Hi guys, I'm currently looking at a Mercruiser 2.8 165HP (Crank) D-Tronic Turbo Diesel (2001) Does anyone have any opinions/experience with these? I currently have the Merc 1.7DTI and I know that these engine are full of problems, eventhough ive been lucky and my 1.7 goes like stink, I don't...
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    Changing oil on a DF90

    Hi guys, A friend of mine has an Adventure RIB with a DF90 on it. Today he said a beeper started beeping (didnt say whether it was constant or intermitant). He said that in the manual it says that the beeper will sound when it's due an oil change 1) Where is the oil filter? I couldn't see it...
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    Tell tale on Mercruiser inboard?

    Not a problem as such, but... I have a Mercruiser 1.7 diesel inboard with an Alpha one Leg My main concern is that I am always paranoid that the raw water system may not be pumping (Although I know it is, as the engine never overheats). It's just paranoia I know, but when I had an outboard I...
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    Woe's since installing S/S prop

    Also forgot to mention... The original alum prop had a Flo-Torq hub installed like this one: http://url.ie/1uc The stainless steel one has the type of hub where there is a plastic ring around the perimeter of the hub. This actually kind of worried me because I had to use a spacer on the side...
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