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  1. matt167

    New to me used 2.3l

    You can use permetex if you really want to. Yes an automotive oil pan gasket will work.. an automotive head gasket will not
  2. matt167

    Increasing travel of remote shift cable

    If your throttle effects shift, something is wrong. Your not going to want to use WOT to get your drive to shift
  3. matt167

    Favorite motor flushers?

    Never seen that style. Looks interesting
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    Favorite motor flushers?

    I just replaced it. I’m sure it’s probably toasted a little but probably still work. But I might buy a riser gasket and get another cause there cheap
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    Favorite motor flushers?

    Im going to order one of those. The problem I had is, my wife hooked it up and I didn’t check it.. I’ve got a spare impeller and I’ll get a new housing just in case.The square ones simply won’t seal on a mercruiser lower.
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    Glass Fuse Amp?

    I have a glass fuse in a holder that runs to the key switch. That size fuse is probably 10a but I know it’s not marked. I ‘think’ this is probably what your talking about.. the fuse for a cheap cigarette lighter plug is the same ( the one in the end of the barrel you un screw )
  7. matt167

    My Boat cut out when I hit a decent size wave today. Merc A1G1 3.0.

    Wonder if the interrupter is moving
  8. matt167

    Hangkai 6hp Outboard Maintenance

    Keep in mind that the USCG rating of any of the Intex inflatables is 1.5hp. The 3.5hp Hangkai was really only 1.5hp which is why I was okay using it. I lengthened the brackets like everyone said to do and it would still pull the power head down
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    Troubleshooting stiff throttle

    There should be something in the inside by where your hand is that provides tension to the throttle cam.. show a picture of the entire control.
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    Hangkai 6hp Outboard Maintenance

    I ran a 3.5hp Hangkai on a seahawk 3 using their optional transom. It did work but it was sketchy.. make no mistake, they are just pool toys
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    Hangkai 6hp Outboard Maintenance

    Hangkai engines that look ‘real’ are straight up copies of Yamaha motors. The 6hp is probably one of them, but they do have one that is basically a weed wacker engine that they rate at 6hp too. The fact your going to put this on an intex inflatable rated for 1.5hp is scary.
  12. matt167

    Favorite motor flushers?

    Never seen one like that looks like it would work well
  13. matt167

    Favorite motor flushers?

    I had a small mishap today.. put the new carb on my 3.0L, and got it to run. Wife was helping me and we couldn’t find what I call my “ good pair of ears “. I used a pair with a wire frame and rectangle rubber gaskets that literally came with my house ( and a pretty nice outboard stand ). I...
  14. matt167

    Vault Wheel Hubs

    So the reason that Dexter can say that, is because it’s an oil type bearing and is fully sealed. A grease type ( run of the mill ) hub is not 100% water tight in all instances. It is good enough for dunking, but they do need to be checked and serviced
  15. matt167

    What control cables are these?

    Seems like Mercury gen 1 cables are pretty close to those. I bet they are old Mercury cables
  16. matt167

    Trim Limit and Sender Help

    I think the trim limit sender can be hooked up either way. Wires on my 1986 alpha gen 1 3.0l were both grey. Trim position sender may be polarity sensitive
  17. matt167

    recommendations for a little starting battery or should I run long wires?

    The length of the boat will determine the gauge of cables you can get away with. You’ll have no problem with the setup as long as your cables are adequate . If you are looking for just a small battery for starting, a good U1 or U1R lawnmower battery has a 350 CCA capacity which will spin over...
  18. matt167

    Topside Painting Question.

    There are a few 2k clear coats that will work on rust oleum, but some will react. A clear that is safe for acrylic enamel is what you want. In general you don’t need it
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    Troubleshooting stiff throttle

    Seems you are talking about the throttle. Perhaps the carburetor is binding or, an internal tension adjustment in the control box is too tight. Did you buy one of those Chinese carbs? Throttle shafts could be too tight or you have the wrong throttle leg on it. Regardless, alpha gen 1 should...
  20. matt167

    Buy a used block will parts swap?????

    If saltwater entered that block, something would have went very wrong. All 3.7s have a closed cooling system
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