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    2003 Mercruiser 350 Mag MPI - No start

    As near as I can tell the only difference between the 6 and 8 cylinder part #s is where the rotor mounting screw holes are tapped. Part that was was installed and working in my boat on bottom. 8 Cylinder part # on top.
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    2003 Mercruiser 350 Mag MPI - No start

    alldodge - Yes, I put an 8 cylinder cap on it. I will try to post some pictures with the rotor removed so you can see the difference. Stinnet21 - Thanks for the beep info. That makes me feel better. Bt Doctur - On the distributor- I realize the timing is controlled by the computer. The...
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    2003 Mercruiser 350 Mag MPI - No start

    Serial No. 0M618016 Current issue Engine started as normal. Ran for about two seconds then shut off (like the key had been turned off). Checked kill switch. It is OK. Still will not start. Engine does turn over. If cranked for several (5+) seconds backfires occasionally. Pulled ignition coil...
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    86 5.0L loses power after 20 Minutes

    Friend's problem - His write up follows: I am having a unique problem with a 1986 5.0 L 230HP 4 BBL mercruiser. I have owned the boat since it was new and utilize it year round (the engine has no hour meter but based on my other boats hours I would estimate a staggering 4000 hours on the...
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