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  1. Franco_boater

    Fogging with 10W30 oil

    Hello I have a question during my winterisation process I forgot my fogging oil and I wanted to do that for the winter. So I’ve poured some 10w30 through the carb now I’m wondering if it was just ok? I’ve just poured throug the bottle directly I didn’t have any spray or Syringe . I put maybe...
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    Replacement Oil Filters

    Hello so what replacement for 35-883702Q V6 with filter on the block??
  3. Franco_boater

    Replacement of water circulation pump V6 4.3L

    I’m pretty sure I’ve used my stethoscope and it looks like this
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    Replacement of water circulation pump V6 4.3L

    Do You have Maybe GM part number?i would be more than Happy to buy GM. I was wondering about rebuilding because I’m a fan of fixing not replacing parts but the rebuild kit is the same price or even higher than Sierra pump and there is a chance Something go wrong. Ok if I don’t find GM part I...
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    Replacement of water circulation pump V6 4.3L

    Another issue, ive found info that there are waterpumps with 2 or 3 holes I cannot remove mine from the boat because Im on the water....
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    Replacement of water circulation pump V6 4.3L

    I would like to But Can I use automotive in my boat? I am NOT in saltwater @havoc_squad; Yea youre 100% Right. Im not from US so usually im buying from big shops on ebay like RPMs or Michigan etc... So guys is it 'fine' to use Sierra pump for example? I love OEM (rubber parts) but in sometimes...
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    Replacement of water circulation pump V6 4.3L

    Hello dear all, my water pump in 4.3L V6 is a little noisy I have to replace it because I want to be 100% sure its fine, only OEM 8M0113734 PUMP ASSEMBLY, Water 8503991 or Sierra (18-3599-2) is acceptable also ? What about this item? https://www.ebay.com/itm/164948766690 I dont want to...
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    Rope caught in Prop!

    So far so good, boat runs fine as always
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    Rope caught in Prop!

    Yes I have Solas hub kit,
  10. Franco_boater

    Rope caught in Prop!

    Hello everybody, I hope Ive posted in good section. So far the season was pretty good but today during leaving our parking/docking spot in marina we have caught rope in prop, it was in neutral or forward idle detend only. The engine dies/stalled I didnt realised what happened, started again and...
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    Tips for removing intake manifold V6 4.3

    Its used engine, I have got new valve cover gaskets and still was leaking oil into the bilge it looks like from front of the engine. Can You please tell me how to be sure if #1 is in TDC? thanks
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    Tips for removing intake manifold V6 4.3

    Hello my friends I think I have leak at the front of the intake manifold from the silicon bead, i need to replace the gaskets. Any tips when removing the intake mani? Engine @ TDC? how to set it? Any tips when removing ignition coil? Thanks !!
  13. Franco_boater

    Long cranking after sitting 1-2 weeks Mercruiser 4.3

    Can I do something with it or just live with it and boat more frequently? :)
  14. Franco_boater

    Long cranking after sitting 1-2 weeks Mercruiser 4.3

    Hello, I have got Mercruiser 4.3L with 2BBL Carb, now its almost the end of the season and due to weather we have 1.5-2 weeks brake with boating. The carb was rebuilt 2 years ago my starting procedure is 2 full throttles and starting the engine after this 2 weeks brake when starting I had to...
  15. Franco_boater

    Noisy alternator bearing when warm

    https://www.maniacelectricmotors.com/alternator-rebuild-kit-for-2002-2004-pleasurecraft-19020615-7si.html
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    Noisy alternator bearing when warm

    Thanks, Yes i Know Summit racing. Bearings are not a problem but I mean about the voltage regulator and other stuff which will be good to change when I will have this at the bench... i think its AC Delco Alternator 7Si 19020611 All the best!
  17. Franco_boater

    Noisy alternator bearing when warm

    Guys I am not from US, only chance is I can order in US so any help is much appreciated
  18. Franco_boater

    Noisy alternator bearing when warm

    Are there any kits avaiable for rebuild??
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    Noisy alternator bearing when warm

    Hello, i have got Mercruiser 4.3 2005 and noticed when warm engine my alternator is squeaking. Can I replace by myself the bearing? I think it’s delco alternator. There is front and the rear bearing which is more difficult to reach. Should I replace the front one or the rear is also prone...
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    Lost trim gauge and water temp indications

    You are right I’m sorry I will try to remember that. it’s TKS 2005 Merc 4.3
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