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    Sea water pump leak on 4.3L

    During winterizing yesterday I noticed a small leak on my sea water pump and pinpointed it as a shaft seal leak. I've heard these can be rebuilt. Is rebuilding the way to go? Or should I purchase a new pump? Haven't priced either way yet. I replaced the impeller recently also. Could I have done...
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    Temp gauge reads 120 on 4.3L

    Looking for a quick test to do on temp gauge to see if it's working. I recall last year the temp gauge read it was in the 180-190 range after running on lake. This year as i was giving the boat a test run and checking all gauges it was reading 120ish. Dont recall looking at the gauge before...
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    Changing bellows on 96' cobra sx

    Hello, how difficult is it to change out the two bellows on my outdrive? Do I need any special tools? I have a 1996 Volvo penta 4.3l engine with a cobra sx out drive. On the id tag on the drive it reads: Omc cobra. Prod no. 3868156. *Serial no. T0798541. I realize it will be a big job and will...
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    Topping off tank for storage really needed?

    I have a 20 gallon fuel tank. It's just over 3/4 full (16 gal.). Do i really need to top it off for winter storage? Will that much water accumulate over the winter months? I have no problem doing it if it's really recommended. I have already added the sta-bil fuel stabilizer (marine grade...
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    Advice needed on service manual for a 4.3L

    Hello, Looking for a good brand and a location to purchase a manual for my 4.3L for some maintenance and winterization. Not sure if it would cover the outdrive as well. Any help is greatly appreciated. Air cleaner is labeled Volvo Penta, but have been told it's an OMC. Year 1996 Engine...
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    # of drain plugs on 4.3L?

    Hello, I have a 1996 Volvo penta 4.3L (although i think it's an OMC engine) Model # 432APHUB Serial # T1286369 Looking for a definite number of water drain plugs. I can only find two, one on either side of block near the bottom. And as for the manifold, no drains. Except for a...
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    Impeller location

    Hello, I have heard (and read here) that my boat has a raw water pump. And not a closed system. It's a 1996 four winns with a 4.3L volvo engine with a penta SX drive. Engine model # is 432APHUB. So, how do i change the impeller? And where is it located? Is the impeller in the water pump...
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    Help - 4.3l Engine sputters/stalls out above 2500 rpm

    First of all, I must applaude this forum and its veteran members that spend so much time helping others. This is a great site. I have learned alot in the last week. I just purchased a 1996 Four Winns horizon 170 with a 4.3L Volvo engine. It was running great but on the 2nd time out on the...
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