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    Eagle , Scat rod question

    Thanks Lads, My block is already bored and honed for my 30 over pistons. The 383 sounds interesting. I would need a new crank but that is doable .The only problem is I would have to go to a Bravo out drive . That is not so doable. Just out of curiosity, what kind of torque and horse power would...
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    Eagle , Scat rod question

    I am at the point of deciding on either re-using my old PM rods or buying new forged steel rods. It has been suggested not to waste money on reconditioning my old rods , when new rods are about the same money. I can purchase a bore dial gauge to measure my old rods for out of roundness. But is...
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    connecting rod bolts

    Thanks, unfortunately up here in the Great White everything is double to what the prices are in the US. I am hopeful that my crank will only need a polish , and my rods check out ok.
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    connecting rod bolts

    When putting on new pistons , do most of you put new ARP rod bolts? Therefore having to resize the rod. One of my machinist's recommends checking the rod and resizing if needed , but not changing the bolts unless it is for high performance.
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    5.0l vs 5.7l

    True, I am working with my machine shop. Thanks
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    5.0l vs 5.7l

    Just a quick question , will my Thunderbolt IV from my 305 work with the 350? Just curious if the timing curve would be the same?
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    5.0l vs 5.7l

    Thanks lads , I already stripped down the 350. Crank , cam , lifters and rods are good . Interesting on the vortec heads. I think I will look for a set along with a block. May just sell my 305.
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    5.0l vs 5.7l

    Is there a mark able difference in torque and performance between a 1987 305 (230) and a 350 both carb'ed ? I just got gifted a 1995 350 . F786416 . the block and one head are done.
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    How to test for spark without cranking engine ?

    I tested the ignition and rebuilt the carb. She sounds good at 2000 rpm.
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    How to test for spark without cranking engine ?

    Haha.....
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    How to test for spark without cranking engine ?

    Is it possible to test my Thunderbolt IV without cranking engine? I went to start the engine and found my carb leaking. But had no fuel on plugs . I will rebuild the carb , but i think I should check my ignition also. I can't just crank the engine because of my new flat tappet cam. So I am at a...
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    Break in fresh built mercruiser 230 out of boat

    Great thanks!!
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    Break in fresh built mercruiser 230 out of boat

    Quick question , The brown white wire from the terminal block for the trim sender should be connected to a 12v positive circuit? I am thinking the engine will not start if it does not see a voltage there. I have my test stand ready for the wiring .
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    Break in fresh built mercruiser 230 out of boat

    I understand roller cams don't need to be broken in but my machine shop gave me instructions on flat tappet cam break in. If you don't break in a flat tappet properly you can loose the lobes because the lifters don't rotate properly. I agree that seating the rings is best done under load , but...
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    Break in fresh built mercruiser 230 out of boat

    Thanks Scott ,
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    Break in fresh built mercruiser 230 out of boat

    Since I don't have my out drive yet, I was thinking to break in my flat tappet cam on land. I have built an engine test stand. Just going to order some electrical gauges . The carb was rebuilt also , so I am not sure what to set the idle mixture screws at. I know I have to run the engine at 2000...
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    Removing Upper Steering Pin Bushing

    I used a small blade screwdriver . I put the edge on the bushing and tapped with a hammer . Then put the blade between the housing and bushing and twisted. Took a bit....but got the bushing out.
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    Paint on head exhaust ports

    just want to ask if the majority removes the paint on the head exhaust ports before they bolt the manifolds on with a gasket? The shop that did my heads painted them , along with the head. Not the intake side. These are v8 305 heads. Thanks, Carl
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    Alpha one Gen II upper steering bushing

    Thanks Guys, I drilled and put a grease zerk in. Now can I use moly grease since it is a friction bushing? Or is the marine grease specially formulated?
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    Alpha one Gen II upper steering bushing

    I am rebuilding my gimbal assembly and have a question. When I took the upper steering pivot apart , there was no grease in the top bushing housing. Should I pack this area with grease when rebuilt with new bushing? There is no grease zerk like the Gen 1 . My serial number is 0D753918 . Carl
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