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    Getting boat ready after winterization

    Hello, I recently winterized by 5.8L Volvo by following the steps in the Volvo workshop manual. Drained the correct hoses and opened the two drain plugs on the engine block. My question is how to prepare the engine for restart next summer? After reconnecting the hoses and closing the drain...
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    Draining water from SX drive

    Hello, I am in the process of winterizing my boat. I removed the drain plug on the side of the drive and no water came out. I look into the drain hole and it appears to have something that looks like a set screw with a slot in it. Poked at it and it almost seems like plastic. Does this need...
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    AQ125 B cooling

    Hello, I have a 1986 Bayliner with an AQ125B/270 outdrive. I am having an issue with the boat overheating. When idling and trolling about the I can remove the freshwater strainer cover and water will cascade out of the exchanger. When I get going at higher speeds I lose the cooling water and...
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    Sx exhaust

    Hello, new to the forum and have gotten great advice on fixing problems with my boat. I recently purchased a 1995 Larson 214 Sei, 5.8fl/SX Outdrive. I was curious about the exhaust exiting the outdrive. When operating the boat at a good click (30 MPH) I have water that is being forced out of...
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