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    Volvo Penta 3.0 GL RPM gauge not reading correctly

    RPM gauge responds when throttle applied. However in idle it registers only 200-300 RPMs. It's a 2005 engine and the RPM gauge is linked to the ignition coil which is not OEM. I need help where to start chasing the problem down and how to test the diode that goes to those grey and purple wires...
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    Volvo Penta 4.3 GL-A Cutting Out After Idling

    I'm having an issue with my VP 4.3 Carbureted engine. It definitely is a fuel issue where the bowl is filled up in the carburetor but as soon as it is running for 3-5 minutes it shuts off as if its running out of fuel. I have already replaced the Fuel Pump as well as rebuilt the Carburetor. It...
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    Spider Cracks Repair

    I am looking for advice on how to repair this spider cracking on my Moomba. Is it best to dremel out the cracks and fill with matching gelcoat, fill with a fairing compound and gelcoat over, etc. I'm open to suggestions, I have watched several videos and I have seen quite a few repairing the...
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    Repairing Diamond Battery Locker Panel on 08 Regal 2200

    Hello! I'm looking into some insight on what I should use to patch these holes on my battery locker panel on my Regal. I have already sourced the pattern from Gibco and the correct gelcoat from Spectrum. My only issue is what epoxy/filler I should use to fill the holes so that I can re-gelcoat...
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    XDP Conversion 2006 Four Winns 278 VISTA

    Can anyone explain if there is a major difference between the DPS-A, DPS-B, and DPS-B1? I'm looking to get one of these drives in the 1.95 gear ratio to convert from the XDP drive I currently have. I already have a transom assembly with the inner plate so any of these drives can bolt up. I...
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    XDP Conversion to OceanX

    I'm looking for an Ocean X Transom Shield assembly with the inner plate along with a 1.95 Ocean X Outdrive. Can anyone point me in the right direction as far as where there may be used ones for sale? I do have an Ocean X outdrive however it is the 2.14 ratio and I need the 1.95 for a 5.7...
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    Volvo Penta 4.3 Gi Conversion to 4.3 GL

    Has anyone converted an originally Fuel Injected/TBI engine to a carbureted version? Wiring Harness connection is the same for the Gi and GL on my Chris Craft however I cannot even crank the engine with the key. The kill switch is new, ignition is new, all the relays on the engine have been...
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    Mercruiser 5.0/5.7 EFI Timing

    I am looking to set my 5.0 EFI into time, I am not sure if it is the same as for the 5.0 Carb'd version or not... Please advise if you have a manual or timing specs for the 5.0 EFI/5.7 EFI engine.
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    Chris Craft Volvo Penta 4.3 Ignition does not turn engine over

    I'm having issues with getting my ignition to start my engine... I have already replaced the ignition switch, kill switch, and a new starter relay... I am still having issues with the engine not turning over. I am getting power to all my accessories along with the gauges. If I run a remote...
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    Volvo Penta 4.3 GL-G Engine Vibration, Running Rich after New Distributor

    The engine was running well after a new distributor was installed, 3/4th time running it started vibrating and black exhaust smog visible on water when run on the hose. All new spark plugs, new spark plug wires, new distributor, and new fuel. The engine is a REMAN engine with less than 3 hours...
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    2005 Volvo Penta 3.0 GL Dies Out at Idle/Running Rough

    I have a 3.0 Volvo Penta GL that is dying out in idle and running rough. The Spark Plugs are new, New mechanical fuel pump, and new Gas. The engine is a REMAN engine with ALL brand new internals.
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    1997 Crownline 250CR TSK DP-S Outdrive 7.4GL

    Hello! I'm having issues with the shifter getting hung up in reverse on my boat when it is in the water. It shifts from neutral to reverse and forward to neutral however it does feel off slightly. The issue is shifting into reverse from neutral or from forward it gets hung up slightly and does...
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