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    Correct RPM for setting timing on muffs

    Set timing at 650-700. Set idle at 650-700 in water
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    2007 glasstron185 GT

    What is the model number of the engine Take any covers off the engine that are blocking your view and inspect fuel lines and filter everywhere for fuel leaks. Also inspect the fuel fill hose and vent hose if applicable for any cracks or damage. Take the cover off the fuel tank access and inspect...
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    Oil everywhere

    Could be any number of things. Oil filter defective and leaking, oil filter o-ring bad, not tight enough, oil cooler line leak, oil drain plug leak. you will have to do some looking. hopefully you got it shut down in time to save the engine
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    PLEASE HELP... I'm at a loss of what to do!

    Sounds like it's not worth fixing. I'm in KY too, so you should just let me take it off your hands, lol. Just kidding. It is definitely a drain hole and you might look around in the boat maybe in some storage compartment and find the plugs. Are plugs blue plastic or metal?
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    4.3lx mercruiser loss of power when accelerating

    It should be built in to the fitting where the fuel pickup is on the fuel tank.
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    4.3lx mercruiser loss of power when accelerating

    What is your engine serial number or at least what engine is it and is it carbureted or fuel injected? Basic maintenance items like fuel filter and fuel line inspection taken care of? Any water in fuel? Check antisiphon valve and fuel tank vent?
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    Hard Starting after Anchoring 30min+

    If you still have spark it's not the coil
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    Hard Starting after Anchoring 30min+

    What temp does your engine run? Cooling system working well? Thermostat correct temperature? If the engine is hot and the engine bay is fully heat soaked, you could be having vapor lock
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    1980 3.0L strange overheat issue

    Get your thermostat replaced first. Only then will you know if there are other problems
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    Knock Sensor Faulty?

    PCV is crankcase (engine ventilation) not fuel system. The fuel tank has a vent or else it will draw a vacuum as fuel is used, then it can't be pumped to the engine.
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    89 4.3 OMC cobra stalling at WOT

    when the cage around the impeller spins, it can damage the housing. You may need to replace the whole unit. Raw water cooling will cause some rust in the manifold. How bad is it? Big chunks coming off?
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    Mercruiser 5.7 won’t make power

    Great to hear. What prop did you go with and what speed were you able to attain?
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    4.3 motor swap with truck engine

    Just because the block doesn't have a mechanical fuel pump doesn't mean its a vortec gen 2. Get the casting number off the old block or remove the intake and look for a balance shaft. If you do have a balance shaft block, the starter will fit the new engine
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    Won’t stay running

    I agree he did not fix it properly and doesn't fully explain it but gives a little guidance on where to look for the problem. I should have either found a better reference or explained not to do what he did
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    Won’t stay running

    This should help explain it. Test before you start cutting into your wire harness.
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    Won’t stay running

    Makes you wonder why the alternator needed replaced. Did a bad diode fry the alternator.
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    Misfire 3.0 Mercruiser misfire

    Rebuild the carb.
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    4.3 motor swap with truck engine

    https://www.summitracing.com/parts/rra-18-4319?seid=srese1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwzqSWBhDPARIsAK38LY9P8uEk75bsYdvRA8k_ovSoMLANtAB4HxsgoOShsLNfjnsehrAy8wkaAkcdEALw_wcB That gasket kit appear to be for an outboard.
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    Volvo Penta 855932 Prestolite 7801A advance springs

    I was able to get a pair of springs from this set that worked with prestolite distributor and matched the factory advance curve. It took a little trial and error and you need an advance timing light or timing tape on your balancer...
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    Volvo Penta 855932 Prestolite 7801A advance springs

    Not a Volvo but I had an OMC with a prestolite distributor that had missing/broken springs. I got a set of springs and weights from an auto parts store for a few bucks. I think they were Mr. Gasket brand. I was able to find a pair of springs in the kit that gave me the proper advance curve...
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