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    Mercruiser V8 With Broken Push Rods on Cylinder #2

    I have a remanufactured Mercruiser 305 that started making a clanking sound when I was returning from a 5 mile fishing trip at the mouth of the Cape Fear River. The engine is 2 years old, so it is out of warranty. I have low compression on #2 cylinder, so I pulled the valve cover. Both push...
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    Hard to find fuel leak in I/O

    I have a 1985 Glastron I/O with a 30 gallon aluminum gas tank. I filled the tank for winter storage, and sometimes when I pull the boat on the trailer, I find traces (about 1/4 cup) of fuel in the bilge. The filler hose, vent hose, and supply hose are either new or look okay. I also do not feel...
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