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  1. ESGWheel

    Mercruiser 470 timing - service manual?

    Nice timing light. I had my kids get me one a couple of years ago, since it was their money, I convinced them the 5568 unit was the way to go. And it does make it easier. Yes, timing is set at idle. And if the dist is tightened down some but not too tight (so it can still be moved by hand but...
  2. ESGWheel

    Starter issue

    Another thought: try turning the engine backwards. This assumes there is a physical block (like a dropped valve) that precludes the engine from turning over further in its normal rotation (i.e. that cylinder’s piston is on the upstroke but cannot go up because of a dropped valve is preventing...
  3. ESGWheel

    Starter issue

    Based on your symptoms – frozen engine and smashed up plug – it sure sounds like you dropped a valve or had some other internal catastrophe. Pull the valve cover off the side with the smashed plug and look at the tops of the valve stems for that cylinder. Are they still there?
  4. ESGWheel

    Mercruiser 470 timing - service manual?

    Just checking to see if your question was answered as it seems you are also asking about the procedure to reinstall the dist. in addition to what the timing should be. :)
  5. ESGWheel

    outdrive stuck

    If going that route and don’t want the press can take it to local garage and for $20 they’ll probably do it Wrap the splines in some foam or tape them up heavily to protect them…
  6. ESGWheel

    new engine overheats

    I am almost afraid to ask, but how is this helpful to the OP’s issue?
  7. ESGWheel

    outdrive stuck

    Using the grinder cut off the outer race and strip the bearing of its balls and cage so the only thing left on the shaft is the inner race. Clean off all the grease. Set the shaft splines in a vise protecting the splines. Have the bottom of the shaft sitting on top of the vise’s slide. Get...
  8. ESGWheel

    new engine overheats

    I am not familiar with your set up so a couple of questions and a suggestion When gets to 200, are you on muffs or in the water putting around? Does just breaking it in mean that since 2016 this engine has not been run? Was the engine ever run and the temps stayed where they should have...
  9. ESGWheel

    Mercruiser exhaust manifold bolts

    One thing to consider is to run a thread chaser (not tap) down each hole. Use WD40 when using it followed by a cleaner like Brake Clean (or compressed air) to clean out any debris. This is the best way to ensure you are getting the proper torque on the bolts especially if the new ones are longer...
  10. ESGWheel

    Engine hour meter clicks with ignition on, but engine not running

    Ah, makes sense.
  11. ESGWheel

    Engine hour meter clicks with ignition on, but engine not running

    Let’s make sure we are taking about the same thing. Like cars there are generally 4 positions of the key switch: 1. Off 2. Run 3 Start and 4. Acc (for accessories). As Cyclops points out if in the Run position the hour meter is running due to an assumed engine running. If your concern is that...
  12. ESGWheel

    93 mercruiser 4.3 alpha one gen 2 fuel problem (I think)

    Lou, this is a good way to check but how do you address if the floats are too heavy due to leaking or absorption? Thanks.
  13. ESGWheel

    93 mercruiser 4.3 alpha one gen 2 fuel problem (I think)

    Here are a couple of methods to check to see if engine is flooding possibly due to float compromised (too heavy) or other issue with the needle / seat / float adjustment. Take off the spark arrestor and be prepared to pull a couple of spark plugs. Start it up and once is stalls out, smell at...
  14. ESGWheel

    Stupid me, no oil

    Just curious, how old was the fuel line? thx
  15. ESGWheel

    Volvo Penta 5.0 GL PWTR - severe overheat - thought I was on fire - troubleshooting Questions

    In that case hopefully no visible issues with the block and can get back on water with minimal investment and keep fingers crossed that the block / bottom end is ok / holds up. Given the situation I (and I assume others) would be interested in both your findings and pictures if you do not mind...
  16. ESGWheel

    Volvo Penta 5.0 GL PWTR - severe overheat - thought I was on fire - troubleshooting Questions

    Its good you found the root cause of the overheat. And while I get the idea of trying to do more in situ tests to see how extensive the rebuild will be, IMO not worth the time. Let me explain: this engine was severely overheated and may have multiple issues, some which may not be evident except...
  17. ESGWheel

    2004 4.3GXI-E running rich

    Here is a good video on how you pull out the injectors (link) if you are not familiar with that...
  18. ESGWheel

    New to Volvo family

    I do not recall if you are also having an issue running on the muffs (ie they do not seal up or some such) and would prefer to run on the flush connection but cannot due to the well. If so, here is an idea > experiment with pinching off the intake hose. They make pliers specifically for this...
  19. ESGWheel

    New to Volvo family

    Interesting. I am not on a well, so have not paid attention before. However, when the hose is first turned on (prior to engine start) it flows heavily out the intakes. But once running, I do not recall a lot of water (if any) coming out the intakes. I’ll have to look next time I am running it...
  20. ESGWheel

    Water in Oil

    Sure seems like it. The seller did offer a refund, perhaps a partial one is still available for the asking to offset some of the repair costs....
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