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ESGWheel replied to the thread engine shutdown.

For some excellent info on these devices, read this link fm Don S.

Jul 1, 2025
ESGWheel replied to the thread 5.7 GXI-HF making "whistling" noise.

I would start with any vacuum hoses. My 2005 GXi-E has 2 vacuum hoses: one that goes from the top of the fuel cell to the intake...

Jun 29, 2025
ESGWheel reacted to Chris1956's post in the thread Takes on water over the transom while loading and unloading with Love.

Gee, I did not read the multiple posts. How about larger tires on the trailer.? That may raise it up enough Aso. put the trailer in...

Jun 29, 2025
ESGWheel replied to the thread 5.7 GXI-HF making "whistling" noise.

A vacuum leak can make a whistling noise.

Jun 29, 2025
ESGWheel replied to the thread Rusty engine pulleys.

Due to significance of the rust (and accompanying belt dust!) of, at the time new to me boat, I changed out all the pulleys which...

Jun 29, 2025
ESGWheel replied to the thread Power Steering Pump Replacement.

One item of note: these pumps usually do not come with a pulley. So you will need to reuse old or get a new one. And you will need a PSP...

Jun 29, 2025
ESGWheel reacted to Augoose's post in the thread Volvo Penta 5.0 GL PWTR - severe overheat - thought I was on fire - troubleshooting Questions with Like.

Ran for 20 mins on dual sided muffs, no overheating and ran great! Thanks all for the help!!! Case closed. I hope........

Jun 24, 2025
ESGWheel replied to the thread New Starter for 4.3l 3 post solenoid.

Thanks Lou

Jun 22, 2025
ESGWheel replied to the thread New Starter for 4.3l 3 post solenoid.

I was speaking generically to help the OP understand why there are 3 and 4 terminal post solenoids. If his original starter with a 4th...

Jun 22, 2025
ESGWheel replied to the thread New Starter for 4.3l 3 post solenoid.

The 3 vs 4 terminal solenoid: the 4th terminal is used to supply power to the coil for older style points type distributors. And here...

Jun 22, 2025
ESGWheel reacted to tango13's post in the thread 7.4 merc won't start after winter storage with Like.

my carbed 7.4 is an absolute bear to start after not being used for an extended time. I usually crank for 5-10 seconds to fill the...

Jun 17, 2025
ESGWheel replied to the thread 7.4 merc won't start after winter storage.

That is the way I would do it too. However, I was thinking that if still does not start as expected yet all else is good, to try an...

Jun 17, 2025
ESGWheel replied to the thread 7.4 merc won't start after winter storage.

I am glad this is getting sorted out. One more question if you do not mind. What is your normal cold start process? Thanks.

Jun 16, 2025
ESGWheel replied to the thread 1986 Four Winns Horizon 190, Carb Linkage?.

I am hoping others can join here as I do not have expensive experience with these carbs but I will keep trying to help. First off, I...
Jun 16, 2025
ESGWheel reacted to timharper89's post in the thread 7.4 merc won't start after winter storage with Like.

Gas did squirt in the first test. It had been sitting since i last had it out a couple weeks ago, so plenty of time for a repeat of the...

Jun 16, 2025

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