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    1988 Bravo 1 Shift Cone Issues

    The original cone clutch in your drive is NLA from mercury. No doubt you've received the newer style Unfortunately that clutch will not work with the original gearset and drivshaft in your housing. You have to order a complete new gearset, driveshaft, bearings, thrust washers and shim/races. It...
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    Bravo 3 Driveshaft Oil Seal

    The bearing pack/u joint assy is reassembled and the nut is torqued based on the rolling torque of the bearing assy. Used bearings are 3-7 lb/in, you need a rolling torque wrench for this Also, the retainer is torqued using the removal/install tool with a torque wrench set to a spec based on...
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    Over voltage (again)

    VesselView/Smartcraft is a fairly sound monitoring system and with two instances in as many or a few more outings I would tend to agree with the system First hand verification of the questionable output with a voltmeter is of course the only option for confirmation
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    I used up all my curse words yesterday

    I ground down a few sockets over the years, then I was introduced to a snap on brand sleeve socket that solved the issue of spark plug installation breakage issues when dealing with angled plug placement/manifold interference That tool, along with a few others and a general attitude regarding...
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    No start after engine install. Need Help!!!

    Post #28 and the link in post #29 have all the information you are seeking Good luck
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    No start after engine install. Need Help!!!

    There should be two grey wires connected to the (-) side of the coil One for the tachometer signal and one for the module The one for the module provides the "pulse" to let the coil fire. It basically takes the place of the ground wire in a conventional (points) ignition Without the grey wire...
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    Bought Boat and Steering is locked up

    Well, the internet warriors have lined up here so I'll add this: Scott is absolutely, 100% correct in suggesting OP needs a complete new steering system from helm to motor. Often times, with a locked up cable/helm one will find the steering system is far older than its serviceable life and does...
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    Alpha One Gen 1 Shifter Operation and Cable Movement

    Yes You can relocate the cable end for the controller in a different hole location. Based on the video there are a few options Try for one that allows for 3" of travel. You may then need to make further adjustments at the shift plate assy on the engine
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    Need some help just bought 96 chris craft

    Based on OP pics/comments it seems to me the boat in question is more of a "let's just make it work" vessel than a legit, sound, factory spec vessel. Just my opinion, tho IME if I see something suspect on a boat/marine engine it often times is something not correct, i.e. unsafe. AFAIK Volvo...
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    4.3 efi tbi throttle question

    52-55 mph in a 21.5 ft boat powered by a 4.3 V6 seems a bit high to me. My experience with Grady White boats is they are built a bit on the heavy side with design geared more for stability and offshore capability rather than speed performance Your investigation has yet to yield any issues with...
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    Bravo 3 engine installation / alignment

    The design of the rear mounts changed about ten years ago and the pdf bulletin fun times posted does a thorough job of explaining installation and adjustment. The bulletin does, however "over explain" as they do at times because it covers most/all engine options from mercruiser The...
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    Volvo penta 5.0gxi 3869255

    Good info post #7, dodge Would add that crank pos sensor also provides engine rpm data to the ecm. If possible on data items verify rpm number/signal is correct. A visual inspection of sensor/ecm harness connections and an ohms test between sensor connection and the ecm/ground will tell you if...
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    Alpha Gen 1 Gimbal Transom Plate Swap

    Pic post #3 shows the mc-1 gimbal housing. NLA new and no aftermarket products ever made (afaik) Your only option is to purchase used oem. Any vintage mc-1 will work but you may have limitations regarding the trim system. There were some changes over the years regarding the trim pump and hose...
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    Volvo penta 5.0gxi 3869255

    The 5 volt reference is in regard to the voltage provided by the ecm to various sensors on the engine that provide data for the ecm to monitor engine health. Coolant temp, oil press, map, tps, iac, etc... Most likely you have an issue with one of the sensors, an issue with the harness wiring...
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    Upper gearcase pinion bearing replacement

    Pic isn't greatest but only thing I see is maybe one tooth on the driven gear being a bit chewed, can't really tell though General rule is if you replace one gear you replace both, same with bearings. You might find the cost of oem gear/bearing set outweighs the cost of an aftermarket drive...
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