I just bought the boat in late Summer so I don't know when it was last serviced. Although, gear oil was changed 5/21 which means the prop had to be removed then. I'm guessing the shop just torqued it down too tight.
They also changed all the O-rings so I am wondering whether or not I even need...
Newbie here.... trying to remove my props as part of winterization.
Volvo Penta DPS-A Outdrive.
I purchased the tool from Amazon and the outer nut would not budge. The tool actually bent as I was trying to unscrew the outer nut.
Can an impact wrench be used to remove the outer nut? If not, any...
Well.... I took the advice of the "local" boat mechanic and sprayed fogging oil directly into the throttle body. Guess there is a chance I might learn a hard lesson but hopefully not. Engine smoked and stumbled some before I shut it down.
I have all the water drained so I do not feel like doing...
Good afternoon.
Just had a boat mechanic tell me to NOT run the 50:1 mixture through my fuel system. He said I would foul the plugs and sensors. Since I am a newbie, I am easily persuaded since mistakes on boats are expensive!
He suggested using fogging oil via the "air horn" until the engine...
Whew... you had me worried I was missing an opportunity for an easy upgrade!
So.... what about AF sneaking past the actual T-stat when I pour it in the housing?
Again, Thank you!
Right.... was planning on pouring AF directly in T-stat housing. Based on your reply, I assume the AF will be sneak past the actual T-stat and into the block? Sorry, maybe I don't understand exactly how the T-stat works.
Wasn't planning on changing oil filter location. Is...
Scott, Thank you for the quick/helpful reply!
Do you have a resource where I can get my hands or eyes on the manual for free or, at least, affordable?
Other than removing the T-stat how do I ensure it will remain open long enough to get AF in the block? I plan to change the engine oil/filter as...
2006 Volvo Penta 5.0 GXi-G
SN4012207365
Driveway stored in Atlanta, GA area.
Rookie here needing some winterizing tips. I have read many of the threads here but currently experiencing information overload and don't want to make an expensive mistake.
I have found the two manifold plugs but are...
