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  1. ESGWheel

    Knocking noise in gimbal when trimmed up

    It’s all about 2 things: terminology and the limits of U-joints, so was glad when you posted the video. Terminology: Trim and Tilt. Trim is the small angle that you can move the drive up and down from its “down” position. It effects how far the bow of the boat rides up (or down) while under...
  2. ESGWheel

    Broken Spark plug

    Thanks Lou. I did not know about these, they state they are nickel plated, so makes sense on the corrosion front. I did a quick check and could not find them for the 5.7 but will keep looking (as well as for my 5.0).
  3. ESGWheel

    Broken Spark plug

    Oh, one more thing: Spark Plugs > To Anti-seize or Not. This may be a conversation starter on its own, regardless I do use anti-seize on my plugs being careful to not get any near the electrode end, i.e. I apply starting about 2 or 3 threads back fm the end and it’s a thin amount but complete...
  4. ESGWheel

    New to Volvo family

    tfret >I recall in one of the posts you validated you have the Blue Cap flush connection which is designed for running the engine on this connection vs. muffs. This system does not have a check valve in this hose. See diagram. Leaving this cap loose will be an issue but it will be one of sucking...
  5. ESGWheel

    Broken Spark plug

    I do not know if this a good or bad statement about trade defects but they are now readily available. Here is a set for abt $50 link. :-)
  6. ESGWheel

    Broken Spark plug

    Springboarding off Lou’s recommendation about cleaning > for the threaded bolt holes use a thread chaser, not a tap. Here is a video describing the difference and the why link. Chase ALL the bolt holes, including the exhaust and intake manifold ones on the head. And do not forget to do the...
  7. ESGWheel

    Rought start idle

    Please confirm your start sequence is as follows or correct it as needed: Key on (not start) Stroke the throttle (in neutral) to full open then back to idle to give it a squirt. Key to start > engine turns over as it should and starts running right away. While it does run it shakes, rattles and...
  8. ESGWheel

    Volvo Penta 3.0 4 cylinder engine won't start

    AWESOME!!!!
  9. ESGWheel

    Volvo Penta 3.0 4 cylinder engine won't start

    I have attached a troubleshooting guide for these ignition systems that AllDodge posted. I put it in a pdf format so you can print it out. I have not digested it yet as I have been busy with work and maybe for the next few days, so please take a look and see if it will help. Also, I am thinking...
  10. ESGWheel

    Need some help with a1977 Volvo Penta 3.0 Ignition System

    Thank you!
  11. ESGWheel

    Volvo Penta 3.0 4 cylinder engine won't start

    Dash, I am seeking some help in another post on how to troubleshoot this type of ignition system, so bear with me while i read up on them and get advice from folks who know way more than me.
  12. ESGWheel

    Need some help with a1977 Volvo Penta 3.0 Ignition System

    I am trying to help a fellow iBoats mbr sort through their Ign System issues. While the engine did run in his new to him boat, it would not a little later. Troubleshooting led to a no spark situation and a really nasty looking dizzy under the cap. So that has been replaced (entire distributor...
  13. ESGWheel

    Volvo Penta 3.0 4 cylinder engine won't start

    Dash, i think a new coil is a good idea. And agree that our terminology may be different. I have learned it is best not to post past my bedtime, so I will put another post up tomorrow with pictures and where to test +12V and spark as it does seem we are talking different things. 😊
  14. ESGWheel

    Volvo Penta 3.0 4 cylinder engine won't start

    The dist. and rotor location and the firing order all look good from the pictures so thank you for posting them. I am unsure what that picture ending in 306 file name is showing. What is that? Ok so to the problem. You say you are not getting spark to the plugs, but you do not say how you know...
  15. ESGWheel

    Volvo Penta 3.0 4 cylinder engine won't start

    I am glad that you were able to get it sorted out. I recall you do not have a helper and thus trying to get this started while slightly adjusting the timing and controlling the throttle I am sure proves difficult. While may be too late in the process, a remote starter like this link is a very...
  16. ESGWheel

    Volvo Penta 3.0 4 cylinder engine won't start

    Dash, The best video I have found for how this distributor is aligned is at this link. While for a Mercrusier, I think it’s the same. Watch from about minute 4 onward. Below is a screen shot of that video showing the alignment when fully seated. In summary: with the No. 1 Cylinder at TDC on...
  17. ESGWheel

    Need advice

    While the answer to your issue is the above posts, to answer your question > it depends on what your definition of a “solenoid hot wire” is. To help that, below are pictures of two types of starter solenoids. One with 4 wires, and more typical, a 3 wire. Post No. 1 in both pics is always hot as...
  18. ESGWheel

    2002 240 Four Winns Volvo 5.7 Penta winterization process

    More than likely the “boat owner’s manual” would not go into how to winterize so get the OEM manuals for the motor and sterndrive, see link. Also see this thread (link) post 87 - 89 about freshwater flush for the engine for next season start up, etc. There are two types and only one can be used...
  19. ESGWheel

    Another overheating thread - Please help - Intermittent/Random!

    I have not experienced a difference between OEM and Sierra branded impellers, other brands I have not tried / trusted. Adding to the idea of using a garden hose (if raw water cooled) into the hoses that go into the manifolds that kenny nunez is suggesting > the concept is there is a restriction...
  20. ESGWheel

    Volvo Penta 5.0 GL-D cranks, no start

    Do yourself a favor and especially since a project boat, get the OEM manuals for the motor and sterndrive, see link. Also, these wiring diagrams are like gold. So, until you have the manual suggest you download the above diagrams > with a PC right mouse click on the image and select “Save image...
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