this is the replacement engine i am looking at ordering.
http://www.michiganmotorz.com/Marine+Engines/Partial+engine+packages/5.7L+Vortec+marine+engine-SILVER+Package+(1967-2008+replacement)
note it seems to be only missing a few parts that are on my old engine.
the marina mechnic is quoting...
Volvo penta 5.7 went bye bye yesterday :( overheating due to pump failure. so i can get a mercruser long block for $3100 or Nappa can getr me a chevvy 350 long block got $1300 this is close to a 2K difference. apart fro the cost difference is their a reason why i shouldn't go with the chevvy block??
i have a merc 170 i/o the trim is stuck in the fully up position, bypassing the limit switch i hear the pump whirring when the down button is pressed, when the up button is pressed just a click. its an older pump with the solid metal reservoir. i disconnected the 2 lines rummin to the pump , the...
i have a Mercruiser 170 from 1983 it is working well however the alternator is starting to fail, its got rusty, i cant find a direct replacement locally and would have to order one. is there an equivalent that an auto parts store would carry? if so what specs would i ask for?
any help is much...
Volvo penta 5.7 on a welcraft excel 26se
This has happened 2 times now, Get a re manufactured engine, I go out, the oil pressure is fine till around 2000 rpm, anything over 2000 -3000 rpm i start to loose oil pressure, it jumps up and down between mid point on the gyuage and about 10 psi then...
Hi there, 1st post.
I have a welcraft excell and I have my laptop with internet when i am onbaord. what sites would you recommend to ger real time weather data or other important information live while i am out. or any usefull programs that i shoudl carry with me ?
