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  1. ESGWheel

    7.4 merc won't start after winter storage

    In reading thru this thread, it appears that checking the working of the accelerator pump has not been done. If true, then do this simple test: Let the boat sit for a day or more… i.e. the same condition for when you experience a no start unless you spray gas into the carb but do not try to...
  2. ESGWheel

    Mercruiser 3.0 started twice perfectly overfilled the gas now won't start

    First off, your gas cap is not the issue. And I am glad you are investigating the rot issue. I found this on the web of doing a restore of a Capri link. He has a whole series of doing a restore. I only watched the episode of the gas tank removal. Frisco Boater (link) also has the best...
  3. ESGWheel

    Mystery bolt found in bilge

    Oh my, you are right! Wow….
  4. ESGWheel

    Boating Seamanship for a Safe and Fun Experience

    Agee and this is exactly why i have moved to the "just chill" attitude I have…
  5. ESGWheel

    Mystery bolt found in bilge

    Agree with AllDodge. This is flange head bolt which is typically used in those applications and the fact that this one has that wasp waist indicates it was worn down over time > the bolt came slightly loose, and the vibrations of the pump / alt wore it down until someone replaced it. Check every...
  6. ESGWheel

    Mercruiser 3.0 started twice perfectly overfilled the gas now won't start

    Here is what I found on the web for a 1750 Capri which is same as or close to what you have. The tank is forward of the engine and between the seats as you expressed. See picture. Sounds like the Previous Owner (PO) simply laid down a piece of ply on top of a rotted deck. While the focus of...
  7. ESGWheel

    Mercruiser 3.0 started twice perfectly overfilled the gas now won't start

    Sounds like there are a few things going on here and maybe more. If the engine was flooded out by ‘pressurizing’ the gas tank and its been a day or so, that should have evaporated by now. So, let’s start at the beginning. Post filing your tank and noticing gas spitting out of your vent when...
  8. ESGWheel

    1998 Mercruiser 5.7 TBI Backfiring Under Load & Loss of Power

    Follow up: you are already probably aware, but stuff all the cylinders and other holes, ports with paper towels / rags to protect getting the scrapings in places you do not want them. And no power or other tools that can remove the base metal. :)
  9. ESGWheel

    1998 Mercruiser 5.7 TBI Backfiring Under Load & Loss of Power

    How far you have to go depends on how much damage there is. To determine that need to clean the heck out of the head and block surfaces. From there can better determine is the blown head gasket caused any erosion between those two cylinders necessitating resurfacing. It does not look like it did...
  10. ESGWheel

    Boating Seamanship for a Safe and Fun Experience

    Sharing my thoughts on seamanship, maybe better called etiquette. Perhaps more of a combination with some philosophy tossed in. And while this crosses several boundaries, it ties into Safety as well so posting it here. This is intended for new boaters with the hope you will think more robustly...
  11. ESGWheel

    VP 5.7 Fuel Pump/Regulator Issue

    Quick follow up: I forgot that Troy also posted pump removal and installation vids if you have not already discovered them. Link and link.
  12. ESGWheel

    VP 5.7 Fuel Pump/Regulator Issue

    Correction: I see you already got the fuel pump and reg. For how long it takes? About 30 to 60 minutes but need to be careful of a few things: The little wire clip on the electrical plugs can go flying There are water hoses to the pump, make sure these get connected back up The fuel lines into...
  13. ESGWheel

    VP 5.7 Fuel Pump/Regulator Issue

    Do not do this troubleshooting out on the lake. Reasons: (1) if things do not go back together properly you are stuck needing a tow, and (2) you are playing with gas and if things go south the only escape it to jump in the lake. IMO strong opinion for safety’s sake any T/S and or maintenance...
  14. ESGWheel

    Safety Equipment

    Great addition! Long ago my wife learned to drive, etc. She is typically the one to get us underway and dock the boat.
  15. ESGWheel

    Safety Equipment

    Sharing my listing of safety equipment I carry on board in the hope it provides newer boaters something to think about. Safety equipment is not always at the forefront of what we think about, my own early experience demonstrating that > I owned my first boat when I was 19 and I did not think one...
  16. ESGWheel

    4.3GL VP Fuel Pump Issues

    First off, nice posting. Detailed and you are following a logical progression in your troubleshooting. To make sure I am fully understanding I am going to repeat in my own words what I think is a summary: You apply 12V to pump with a jumper and it runs with a confirmation of outputting gas...
  17. ESGWheel

    1998 Mercruiser 5.7 TBI Backfiring Under Load & Loss of Power

    Looks like a blown head gasket, perhaps from an overheat in the past… You are looking at pulling the heads at a minimum and if you have led a good life you are only doing head gasket replacement (needs to be marine). Pull the heads and post lots of pics of your findings…
  18. ESGWheel

    2007 Volvo Penta 5.0 GXI Fuel Pump issue

    I cannot attest to if the HP pump would pull thru all the way back to the tank but sounds like it does - at least a little bit. Bottom line is you need a new pump. Here is my suggestion and assumes you have an OEM fuel pump. Buy one of the AfterMarket (AM) pumps available at places like Amazon...
  19. ESGWheel

    2007 Volvo Penta 5.0 GXI Fuel Pump issue

    Not sure I 100% understand. With 50 PSI at the fuel rail thru the range of RPMs what is the fuel delivery issue you are experiencing? I.e. what caused you to post? Was it that you were simply curious about what your pump was outputting, and you see zero on the low pressure side so how can that...
  20. ESGWheel

    1998 Mercruiser 5.7 TBI Backfiring Under Load & Loss of Power

    Was this the same shop that said the cap and rotor were good? Point being suspect everything they did. Overfilled oil (when boat is level on the trailer or in the water) is not good. Does it look clean (a nice golden and see thru color?). Does the dipstick smell like gas? Is the oil back and...
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