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    Alternator very hot, funky smell & smoke

    Hi I was having an issue with one of my engines (Volvo Penta 5.7 GSI). The alternator had a funky smell, smoke & very hot, it was only 2 years old. I replaced it thinking it was bad, well the brand new one did the same thing right away. My question is, anyone have any idea what might be going...
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    Bilge Pump and float switch

    Looking to replace my pump & float switch in my engine compartment. I have a 33 foot four winns vista. My question is what is the best pump and switch combo that will turn on when the water is less than 2" in depth, also a switch that actually works great and doesn't get stuck open all the...
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    Fuel Pump

    I have a 1999 Volvo Penta 5.7 GSI. the last 2 years I have been hearing this high pitched noise coming from the top of the engine. I have been doing some research and I'm thinking the HP fuel pump is the issue. Any thoughts before I dive into removing it would be appreciated? I'm guessing the...
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    Mercury 5Hp 2 stroke shift rod setting

    I changed the impeller in my 2003 Mercury 5HP 2 stroke yesterday and the question I have is: is there a rule of thumb for setting the shift rod in the right position as for I never marked the spot before disconnecting it? thanks for your help
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    Mercury 5Hp 2 stroke

    I changed the impeller in my 2003 Mercury 5HP 2 stroke yesterday and the question I have is: is there a rule of thumb for setting the shift rod in the right position as for I never marked the spot before disconnecting it? thanks for your help
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