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  1. tpenfield

    1995 Chaparral 2550 SX Refit and Restoration

    Sounds good, but we need to see the new key floats. :LOL:
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    Wiring Diagram 2001 Crownline 266 BR

    2001 vintage 6.2 would probably be either MEFI-3 or the ECM. The service manual for the engine is what's needed and it will have the wiring diagrams. To clarify for the OP . . . Engine wiring is not boat brand specific, they all use the same wiring based on the motor.
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    Wiring Diagram 2001 Crownline 266 BR

    Use the engine’s wiring diagram. the boat specific wiring is often not published
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    2008 Tahoe Q5i 4.3 Mercruiser Engine

    Use the boat fairly often
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    Showing the Boston Whaler 13 some TLC . . .

    If I get the engine running properly, I can think about painting it. . . . or . . . If I find something newer in black, then maybe could make a clean swap out. While waiting for the fuel pump kit I was able to fix the mini bilge pump that was not working. It turned out to be a wiring issue. :D
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    2008 Chaparral 275 SSI 8.1 Volvo Penta GXI-J Soft Alarm Issues

    I look at this thread (and issue) as a good example of how complicated the marine engines are today. Even with the computer diagnostics to show the engine data, there are so many variables and situations to consider. Makes my head hurt . . . 🤪
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    Mercruiser 5.7L Engine Hoist Recommendations

    Some of the gantries at Harbor Freight would do the job, but you would need a solid/paved surface for it to rest on. It is going to cost you about $1K with all the stuff you will need to go along with it. I like the idea of search CL and elsewhere for a used one, then sell it when done.
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    Quagga and Zebra mussels inspection on mercruiser out drive.

    Interesting . . . 140 degree water would not offer much, if any, cooling to the engine or exhaust. A minute or 2 might be fine, but 5 minutes seems like it might be too much. Of course, the engine is under no load to speak of, so it does not generate much heat, just running on the muffs.
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    Massive vibrations...then none

    Tell us what engine/outdrive you have. My first thought is that 1 (or more) cylinders were not firing. So maybe check all of your spark plug wires. While you are at it you could remove the spark plugs for some inspection and to see if you find any water in the cylinders or an issue with...
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    4.3 Gl over heat

    Cooling issues seem to be one of the most frequent problems with boat engines, particularly sterndrives (I/O). Since the boat is new-2-you, you should go through the cooling system, which it sounds like you have done some. If the new impeller did not fix the issue, then the overheating may be...
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    Showing the Boston Whaler 13 some TLC . . .

    I should have the fuel pump repair kit in the next couple of days. Meanwhile, I've been working on the shifting and throttle levers/linkages at the engine. They were very stiff, making the shifting and throttle control very difficult. I got the shift lever loosened up (it seems like the pivot...
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    Maybe my turn for new boat time

    Yes, it is all the 'dumb' stuff that boats have now to make it 'easier' for the novice or casual boater. It makes things more complicated than they really need to be IMO.
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    Maybe my turn for new boat time

    I will say, the first year with a new ( or new-2-you) boat seems like a lot of learning, trial & error, and fine tuning. My boat felt like a foreign object last year. This year is much better. I think (hope) you will find the same as time goes on.
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    My poor old Buick took a hit

    I assume the white car was not paying attention and drifted right into your car?
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    Maybe my turn for new boat time

    I recall you talking about the number of steering wheel turns, lock-to-lock. I think my boat is about 4 turns lock-to-lock. I also have a 'rudder' indicator on my VesselView display, so I can see the steering angle at any moment while docking. It becomes inactive while using the joystick...
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    12' Pontoon/Fishing boat nose diving issues!!!!!

    Most pontoons have 2-3 chambers as a safety feature, so a leak cannot flood the entire pontoon. So, it could be a leak in the forward chamber of the pontoon. As @airshot mentioned, we have no visual to go by. The OP & Friend may have to figure it out based on the comments so far.
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    2008 Chaparral 275 SSI 8.1 Volvo Penta GXI-J Soft Alarm Issues

    Yes, but don't post links to other forum sites here either. :D
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    2008 Chaparral 275 SSI 8.1 Volvo Penta GXI-J Soft Alarm Issues

    @apisk - I believe you have the issue posted on the THT and Marine Engine forums as well. Have there been any useful comments from those forums that should be considered?
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    Got electrocuted when touching cylinder?

    Try touching the cylinder head of a lawn mower or similar engine while it is running . . . same thing . . . a shocking experience (ouch o_O )
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    2008 Chaparral 275 SSI 8.1 Volvo Penta GXI-J Soft Alarm Issues

    One of the discoveries from the data was combination of the knock retard going to 5 degrees (which looks like the maximum ?) and the soft warning activating, while the load stayed about the same. This also happened when the TCP and the TPS % values were fairly far apart and the throttle control...
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