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    14' Lowes Yammie to Honda engine swap question

    Hi, newbie here. I have a chance to purchase a 14' Lowes, circa 1990. It has a Yammie 8 hp on it now but wondering if anyone has motored out with a Honda 9.9 and whether or not, it amde any difference in terms of speed with the 2 hp bump. We will be loaded down to 850 lbs. (with 3 guys, medium...
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    1984 Volvo 431 marine engine rebuild parts

    I'm thinking of having my neighbor rebuild my 1984 Volvo 4.3L. It's got almost 2,500 hours on the clock and losing compression in #2 piston. I have some extra funds now and figure I should go for it before the wife says anything, lol. I want it to be done right and willing to spend the money...
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    Stainless steel oil pan

    I have a 1984 Volvo 4.3L and it's a PITA to have to replace the oil pan (twice) in the last 8 years. The boat is used in the ocean 100% of the time and we do a fresh water rinse and Salt-X after every trip, but it still develops pin holes over the years. Is there a stainless steel oil pan in...
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