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    2010 volvo sx drive- can you put a longer bolt in drive drain plug?

    My drive oil drain plug is stripped. I am able to machine a new bolt, but my question in is there enough clearance of bearings, etc to insert a new bolt that is approx. .5 inch longer?. This style of drive has the drain plug right behind the prop. thanks for any help
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    stripped volvo sx drive oil drain plug

    Some guy (me) over tightened and stripped the drain plug on my leg. I am curious if I need to replace the housing (part 21141697) and if so, does the housing come off easily or is it connected to a bearing behind it. I do see that there are two bolts conencting the housing to the leg. I am...
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    2010 Volvo Penta 5.0 GXI Winterizing Steps for a cold Canadian Winter

    Hi there. Anyone know the steps to winterize the engine for above boat. Model is 5.0 GXI-J VIN 4012257885. I believe steps are: 1) two block drain plugs 2) two mainifold drain plugs 3) pull two hoses from impeller housing and drain 4) pull big hose behind impeller housing and drain 5) drain...
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