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    Kicker Motor

    Would anyone know how well a 6HP kicker motor would do on a 26' 1977 Carver. Its weight is around 6000lb,. I would be using it for emergencys only. I also 99HP a 9.9HP but want to keep that 14 my 14' Aluminum.
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    FLybridge Shifting

    Is it normal to have the flybridge shift in the opposite direction than the lower helm? For example when Im driving from the top I have to pull the gear lever down to go forward as opposed to pushing it forward to move forward (as it is on the lower helm).<br /><br />I dont mind it so much but...
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    Overheating engine shutdown

    Volvo AQ240A/270<br />This is an update to my previos email about my Carver shutting down from an overheating problem in the South Bay.<br />Back in port,<br />I Changed the impeller, old one looked used but still good.<br />I pulled the plugs, no water or fouling. Plugs look clean (changed them...
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    Overheating engine shutdown

    Volvo AQ240A/270<br />This is an update to my previos email about my Carver shutting down from an overheating problem in the South Bay.<br />Back in port,<br />I Changed the impeller, old one looked used but still good.<br />I pulled the plugs, no water or fouling. Plugs look clean (changed them...
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    Automatic Engine Shutoff

    Was wondering if Volvo made an automatic shutoff for overheating in their AQ240A/280 Models. When mine overheated due to a clogged water intake (I believe) the engine made a few popping sounds a shut down, it later restarted after cooling down.
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    Overheat Alarm

    Hi,<br /><br />351 Ford Windsor (Volvo Penta AQ240A, with a 280 Outdrive)<br /><br />While cruising the South Bay San Francisco at 3,000 RPM. I suddenly felt a tug toward starboard and then engine began running rougher and rougher until it made a few Poping sounds and died (about 2 minutes after...
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    Overheat Alarm

    Hi,<br /><br />351 Ford Windsor (Volvo Penta AQ240A, with a 280 Outdrive)<br /><br />While cruising the South Bay San Francisco at 3,000 RPM. I suddenly felt a tug toward starboard and then engine began running rougher and rougher until it made a few Poping sounds and died (about 2 minutes after...
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    Alternator belt change

    The bracket used to tighten my alternator belt is at its max and the belt is getting loose. Ive purchased a smaller belt but need some help on how to replace it. My engines a Volvo AQ240A (351Windsor). There is another belt in fron of it in its way.
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    Normal Operating Temp

    I am trying to find out the normal operating temp for raw water cooled, Volovo Penta AQ240A/280. My temperature guage was not working and I ran a new lead from the gauge to the sensor, the engine read 190, but remained cool to the touch. I disconected the lead and re attached it and nothing...
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    Temp Guage

    While installing new risers and manifold on my 351 ford (AQ240A Volvo) I broke the wire contact from the temperature sensor. After reappliying it I am getting no reading on my Temp Gauge. I tried to ground the wire to get some sort of reading but I am getting nothing. Is it normal to have an in...
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    cork valve cover gaskets

    I have read a from a few of your previous forum topics not to use cork valve cover gaskets. I was told by a boat mechanic that thoses would be the best. My engines a Volvo Penta AQ240A (Ford 351 Windsor). Can anyone tell me the reason not to and if Cork gaskets should be used at all this...
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    Transducer inside hull

    I am installing a transducer for my RaymarineDS500X inside the hull temporarily before I haul out. I get reading at times and other times I do not. It seems to work better in water (like in a plexiglass box I made) however, sometimes it has problems reading through the hull. Any Suggestions. I...
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    Holley Carb drippping gas after shutdown

    I have a Holley car on a Volva AQ240A engine. It recently started dripping gas from both sides (4bbl) after the engine has stopped. Previously ran fine and adjustment needle worked. I tried the needles yesterday while running and they did nothing at all. The gas was leaking out of the carb ...
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