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    Add power steering to 3.0 Alpha1gen2 ?

    I have 1997 3.0 alpha1 gen2 in 19 foot Maxum (Bayliner). It seems to be completely stock. It is non-power steering. The steering is stiff at planing speed. annoying but manageable except in hard turns. However, at low speeds it is VERY stiff. Docking is an adventure. Steering is pretty...
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    power steering for Mercruiser 3.0

    I have newly acquired 1997 Maxum (it is registered as Bayliner) model 1952 cuddy. Power is Mercruiser 3.0 with Alpha 1 Gen II drive. The problem is very hard steering. It does not have power steering. Steering wheel tuns lock to lock fairly easily with engine off or at idle, so I am assuming...
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    1990 mercruiser 5.0 power loss above 3200 rpm

    This power train looks all stock, but I have only had the boat two summers and do not have much history before that. It is 21 foot American (Oregon made) glass cuddy hull. 5.0 Mercruiser Alpha. Has Quadrajet carb and Thunderbolt IV ignition. It starts fine, idles smoothly, runs up to about 3200...
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    Volvo duoprop size

    Bought 1984 24 foot Bayliner Trophy with bad 280 outdrive. Am replacing with 290 duoprop drive with 1:78 ratio. The engine is 260A, (350 GM). Any idea what prop set would be best to start with so I don't have to buy too many? Thanks.
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    mercruiser 898 oil in water

    I have mercruiser with "898" stickers on valve covers and outdrive. It is two barrel with log style manifolds. Engine was installed several years ago by home based "marine mechanic" who said he had the engine built by local marine builder. Rest of the drive setup was transferred from wrecked...
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