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    Volvo DP props?

    Which have more pitch and diameter Volvo A3 or A4 . Volvo seems kind of top secret on the dimensions of their duo props . Anyone use 2- three blades on a stern drive designed for a 3 and a 4?
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    Alphabetical order ?

    Is the following in correct alphabetical order or does it need to be reversed? : : Abe, Aabe , Aaabe
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    future engines from Volvo Penta?

    Will all gas engines soon come with catalytic converters? VP now uses the 6.0L, will they expand the use of Gen 3 or Gen 4 engines? Which SBC is the "new" 225 hp , 5.7/ catalytic converter engine based on ?
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    Chromebook for Christmas.

    I got an Asus Chromebook for Christmas. I like it so far, it is fast, and a 10 second bootup time. A little bit of a learning curve, at this point I don't know if it can't do certain things or I just haven't figured out how to do it yet. I can not get my printer to work in cloud. I still have a...
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    What older 2 stroke? 3 options

    http://www.smalloutboards.com/images/e1575l/side2.jpg http://smalloutboards.com/images/m2078/front.jpg http://www.louisianasportsman.com/classifieds/pics/p1304566612780899.jpg Is one of these 3 models better or worse than the rest? One that is generally preferred to own ? Different years...
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    amp hours, 6 volt golf cart batteries, charging ???

    This is probably a stupid question: I'm confused on charging 6 volt deep cycle batteries that are in series= 12v . OK I get that the two 6 volt batteries need to be in series,,,what good is 6 volts these days? So they are used and re charged as 12 volts,,I get that. Round numbers, say one of the...
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    Labor, hourly wage question ?

    A woman works as a server (waitress) at an upscale resort. They get a base salary below minimum wage since they make a lot in tips. About 2 times a month the BOSS, not the owner, has servers do other work, like decorate the Xmas tree for example , they are paid their base salary, as mentioned...
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    Renogy solar charger?

    http://www.amazon.com/Starter-Kit-100W-Controller-Uniquely/dp/B00DCEKKQ0/ref=cm_cd_al_qh_dp_t Anyone use one of these? How do you like it? Reliable? Thanks!
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    Bravo 3 XR ?

    Anyone have experience with B3 XR, supposed to be the toughest out drive MerCruiser makes.
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    Flywheel cover grease fitting thread size?

    Part number 78 is a plug that you remove and install a zerk fitting in it's place. It seems to be metric threads. Not pipe threads ,way more coarse than that. Anyone know the threads ? I can't find a zerk that has the correct threads. Should be easy (?):confused:
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    Dipstick & drain plug threads?

    Volvo DP-A , etc , I want to build a pressure tester for my outdrives. Anyone know the thread size info on the drain plug and dipstick ? I looked at ADULTS ONLY, plenty of talk about pressure testers but could find no mention of thread size. Or does Volvo Penta or someone sell a fitting for...
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    DP-? Large hinge pin?

    I have a Volvo Penta DP-A and a DP-B1 out drives, both have the small diameter hinge pins, many people call them "small pin",, When did VP switch to the "large pin", larger diameter hinge pins? I heard it was DP-C, but I want to confirm . Thank You
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    How many amp battery charger ?

    I have two 8D starting batteries and four T105 golf cart batteries, 6 volt each, wired together to give me 12V for house power, how many amp charger do I need to charge these ? Is there a formula for sizing charger to batteries? I would like a 3 battery "smart" charger, any specific brand...
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    Glow Plugs-AQAD41A ?

    Mine never worked. How are they supposed to work, is there a timer or a controller ? Is there anything to control burn time or is that done manually by holding the key in a certain position? How do I trouble shoot this? The manual doesn't give much info on the glow plug system. I'm guessing...
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    Go Pro underwater ?

    Anyone use one ? How did you like it? Work good? How deep did you go? I'm not a diver , but you can mount it to a pole or hang it from a line. Thanks GoPro Scuba Diving Camera | Go Pro underwater
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    Jack shaft bearings ?

    I'm not sure if I got the name right(?) The shaft that connects flywheel to U joints on out drive. When I pull my out drive, DP-A behind a AQAD41A, the male splined shaft that you can see in the middle of the transom shield,,,the bearings are shot. I have always heard the engine must be...
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    Conversion: 290DP to a SX-M

    I heard there is a conversion kit to replace a Volvo Penta 290 DP with a Volvo Penta SX-M. Any hear of this? I know the transom shield must be replaced also. I know I am going from duo prop to single. Thanks
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    Which Volvo DP do I have?

    Serial number: 3102204665 Is it a DP-E ? It is a Volvo Duo Prop outdrive behind a AD41P-A diesel. Thank You very much.
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