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    Yamaha 3.1 OX66 question

    I need to replace the power head on my 2003 V-Max 200hp 3.1L OX66 with EFI. I will be looking for a good used power head. My question is, are all OX66 power heads the same? For example will a carb version work, or one from a different year model, or the saltwater series, ect.? Or do I need to...
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    Prop shaft end play

    Anyone have experience with prop shaft end play? I have a 2007 DPS-A with what I think is excessive end play. I removed the outdrive to change bellows, touch up paint, etc, and noticed the movement in the front prop shaft. It moves a hair over 1/8 inch, but less than 3/16. I can’t believe...
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    Pre-purchase concerns on low hour boat

    Hi all, looking for expert VP advice. I am contemplating purchasing a 2007 deck boat that only has 74 hrs. It has a 5.7 Gi DP (I think DPS-A). I looked it over [superficially] and it is very clean, looks like new. It was only freshwater use, and kept on covered lift. The boat is being sold...
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    Gasket between outdrive and pivot??

    VP SX-S First time removing outdrive. I'm not the original owner and I know it has been removed in the past. Upon removing, in addition to the seal that fits directly around the water port (I think in a groove), it had the large gasket between outdrive and pivot. My kit does not include the...
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