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  1. Scott Danforth

    Setting engine valves

    If it's vortec, it's not adjustable unless there is aftermarket valve train. If it's adjustable valve train, then between 3/4 and 1 turn after zero lash
  2. Scott Danforth

    Spring replacement?

    When the torsion axle on my RV failed last year, it took out the frame. Yes, LCI sent a new axle, yes they offered a new frame, however it would have been months waiting. I have a love/hate relationship with torsion axles
  3. Scott Danforth

    Spring replacement?

    this is the brick-n-mortar store near me I get my trailer supplies from. https://www.sturdybuiltonline.com/Boat-Trailer-Parts_c_569.html
  4. Scott Danforth

    Is this boat deck with trying to save?

    you can re-do the transom and floor in a weekend OR LESS. if you dont want it, give it to me...... did you read it on social media?
  5. Scott Danforth

    Volvo Penta 5.0 GL PWTR - severe overheat - thought I was on fire - troubleshooting Questions

    the only difference between your boat motor and a truck motor is the head gasket, the core plugs, starter, the cam and the raw water pump. the ignition and induction were added by volvo along with the exhaust. your "marine" flywheel is nothing more than a GM manual transmission flywheel. the...
  6. Scott Danforth

    Mercury 7.5 not peeing

    you basically need the water half way up the transom clamps. as in the outboard sitting in a garbage can.
  7. Scott Danforth

    I used up all my curse words yesterday

    I have a half dozen spark plugs sockets I ground down over the years to fit in various areas. I have busted the insulators a few times to get a short socket on the base for removal
  8. Scott Danforth

    Steering Wheel Locked Up

    Cables last about 15-20 years. Buy a new helm and cable
  9. Scott Danforth

    Over revving

    You have a vacuum leak somewhere
  10. Scott Danforth

    Whats this part called? TIA

    solenoid or contactor could also call it a BIG-A$# relay.
  11. Scott Danforth

    CRACK IN KEEL

    that 14' boat probably weights 250# (400# max) without the engine, rigging or interior. with 4 ratchet straps, you can flip it over yourself with a beer in your hand. back boat and trailer into garage. using 2 ratchet straps per side, raise off trailer. pull trailer out. lower one side to...
  12. Scott Danforth

    CRACK IN KEEL

    was more talking about in his garage using ratchet straps
  13. Scott Danforth

    NLA Mercury shift shaft retainer

    no need to even draw it if you have one. they scan it and print from the STL file.
  14. Scott Danforth

    Volvo Penta 855932 Prestolite 7801A advance springs

    The distributor has a 20 degree advance You want 34-36 degrees of advance all in I swapped to a Mallory 10+ years ago because the prestolite isn't supported and the ignition module was over $500 The Malory is set with 24 degrees of advance and my base timing is 12 in the BBC, was 10 on the...
  15. Scott Danforth

    CRACK IN KEEL

    If Ted can flip a 22 foot sailboat by himself, you can flip this little boat
  16. Scott Danforth

    new engine overheats

    generally not running a thermostat requires the use of a restrictor disc. basically a washer with about a 1/2" hole in it.
  17. Scott Danforth

    Help me set up my new edelbrock 1409

    if you set it in neutral, when you put it in gear, the RPM's drop, and could snub the motor. shoot for 650 RPM in gear
  18. Scott Danforth

    new engine overheats

    Measure raw water flow. Should fill a 5 gallon bucket at 1000 RPM in 16 seconds or less
  19. Scott Danforth

    Really strange issue with DPSM trim system - hoping for help

    the two lines going to the cylinders back to a Tee fitting sound like they are crossed somewhere. from the pump, each line goes to a Tee fitting, then there are two lines, going to the two cylinders. from the pump, the up-circuit goes to the Tee, then the lines go to the blind end of the...
  20. Scott Danforth

    E bikes

    are E-bike motors brushed or BLDC? if BLDC, they can manage the inrush. if brushed, you get a huge spike. I havent dug into the E-bike rabbit holes enough to look. however I agree, get the most power you can afford.
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