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  1. alldodge

    350Magmpi

    Never thought of that, thanks I just dump it in with old oil and recycle it
  2. alldodge

    Fuel Pressure Regulator - Automotive equivalent

    If it holds pressure at 43 psi +/- a tad from idle to WOT, it's good. Only issue is will it last. At under $40 I would be willing to try
  3. alldodge

    8.1 GXI-J Cranks but No Start w/ Diacom Logs

    Sorry, I forgot this is a VP unit.
  4. alldodge

    Mercruiser 5.7 MCM carb low idling

    Hey Roy your real hard to understand, maybe take some more time typing I'll try to translate what I think Roy means Your impeller needs to be change every 2 to 3 years, if it has not been changed do so now Did you use a IR temp gun to measure thermostat housing to verify 175* on the gauge? A...
  5. alldodge

    2007 Merc 5.0 TKS stalled at speed, had to be towed

    Diode over heat and 20 amp fuse blows, sounds like the TKS module Apply 12V thru a fuse to TKS and ground the other lead to see if fuse blows
  6. alldodge

    8.1 GXI-J Cranks but No Start w/ Diacom Logs

    Merc drop in does come with warranty
  7. alldodge

    Live well will not drain

    Not really picturing the 3 way valve in your boat, but if pressure will not pass the valve, then the valve most likely needs replacing
  8. alldodge

    Mercruisier 7.4 litre gas pressure

    It's still being made but not supplied by Merc Merc never made the pump to begin with, it can be found just by searching the number
  9. alldodge

    My AGM Batteries Singing Their Swan Song . . .

    Agree
  10. alldodge

    My AGM Batteries Singing Their Swan Song . . .

    Not bad for the years Not all AGM's are created equal, unless you have a true high end AGM, they get charged like a lead acid High ends are ones like, Odyssey, Lifeline
  11. alldodge

    Stalling when warm

    FA is flame arrestor, the thing on top the carb
  12. alldodge

    8.1 GXI-J Cranks but No Start w/ Diacom Logs

    Bummer, but you tried I have an electric pump and use a piece of 3/8 gas line and hose clamp. Clamp hose to top of dip stick tube, makes it easier to suck out but still more difficult when cold
  13. alldodge

    2007 Merc 5.0 TKS stalled at speed, had to be towed

    The pump gets powered direct from the starter when cranking and thru the oil pressure switch when motor is running
  14. alldodge

    4.3 Mercruiser fuel supply issue

    If air was bleed out from the rail, then in that case its probably the pump
  15. alldodge

    Mercruisier 7.4 litre gas pressure

    Fuel pump 861155a3 is a boost pump, meaning it is installed between fuel filter and cool fuel pump. The pump was a add on pump to help stop vapor lock on motors. This pump does not produce the 43 psi your looking for The HP pump you need is 861156A1 which is NLA from Merc but can be found on line
  16. alldodge

    Chap Quality Control is gone

    This is a VP issue. The over heat could be a plastic bag was caught on the drive, I don't know. I really like Formula over all I've ever owned, but they are much more cost then chap
  17. alldodge

    Mercruisier 7.4 litre gas pressure

    Thank you The S/N and Reg part numbers are correct and you should have 43 psi Reg Think of a Reg as a check valve set to a specific setting, in this case it's 43 psi The good fuel pump can pump fuel above the Reg pressure which in most cases is at least 60 psi. Anything above 43 psi is...
  18. alldodge

    Twin 4.3 audible alarm

    Each motor should have it's own alarm What is the motor serial number?
  19. alldodge

    Mercruisier 7.4 litre gas pressure

    Welcome What is the motor serial number? What is the Regulator part number that was replaced?
  20. alldodge

    My 72' gimbal ring has considerable up and down movement.

    Welcome It's bad news Once the ring bushings are worn enough to increase beyond limits, then bushings, pins and or ring need to be replaced.
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