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    This volvo is killing me!

    Here is my previous post. http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?t=230315 I Thought the pick up tube was the issue since it ran fine after I sealed the tube. Then I replaced it with a new one. I went out fishing and bam, same thing. Boat will not idle right after it is warmed up. While we...
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    Idling problem Volvo 350

    I have a 79 model Volvo 350 Sterndrive in a 79 Albemarle. It has a edlebrock marine 650 cfm carb on it that is 3 years old. Motor has ran like a champ with no problems since the carb was replaced 3 years ago. Lately, I have needed to add some gas to the carb to get it to fire. Weather does...
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    Help, Bilge flooded into bellhousing!

    Just got back from my 17 mile trip offshore, 20 miles short of the Tuna. We turned around when the engine started acting up and loosing RPM. I lifted the engine cover and the bilge was full of water(we had been taking waves over the bow for about an hour). The freaking bilge pump is not...
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    Is a SWC engine worth rebuilding?

    I have been offered a Seawater cooled Volvo 350 from a guy who is putting a new one in his boat. I was just wondering if it was worth my time. My plan was to get the engine, break it down and have it inspected anyway.
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    5.7 vortec intake

    Im looking at getting a 5.7 vortec longblock. I have a new edelbrock carb I would like to use. I have the carb on my existing motor right now. I had to use an adapter to use the carb. The adapter added and inch to my clearance. What Im looking for is an intake that does not add clearance...
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    Outdrive oil reccomendation.

    I have a VP 280 converted with a Duoprop lower. Ive yet to change the oil in my drive. Ive had the boat 2 years and due to other maintenance issues the drive has been serviced by pros. I was looking in my manual and it says 30W for 280, but 90W for a DP 280. The oil in it now is green, so Im...
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    Volvo 280 slight grinding noise

    I have a Volvo 280 with a Duo prop lower. I took it out the other day and I noticed a slight grinding, but only in gear. So im thinking lower drive. I pull the boat out and crank it. No noise from the lower drive. Im also having a problem pin pointing the noise, I cannot determine if it...
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    gimble bearing gone

    I have a Volvo Penta 5.7 mid 80's with a 280 outdrive. <br /><br />Yesterday I was coming in from fishing and the outdrive made grinding noise. <br /><br />Long story short. I removed the upper drive assembly today and looked into the flywheel cover and the balls for the bearings were...
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