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  1. Scott06

    Bellow replacement job

    Did not mean that the remote cable would trip the interrupt switch, just that i was rather surprised when properly set up how little effort it takes to move the lower shift cable vs how much effort to shift at the helm. at any rate we are luckily close to the launch so pulling the boat, fixed...
  2. Scott06

    Bellow replacement job

    I got it fixed it wasn’t a shift cable. yes I agree normally replace everything but my shift cable I don’t know if it’s newer works perfectly. I did remove it with the bell housing for exactly that reason What it was was the top bushing on the shift shaft that goes through the exhaust passage...
  3. Scott06

    Bellow replacement job

    I believe it is routed correctly had to do that twice …. It takes more than very very little pressure to shift so I assume something is wrong with cable or work I did to shift mechanism in bellhousing
  4. Scott06

    Can the base of engine work? Two to bolts under engine are rusted and can

    Back fire is usually timing or fuel related Have you done a compression test and you know the timing and firing order is correct ? If yes to both I would think you have a fuel supply or carburetor issue
  5. Scott06

    Bellow replacement job

    so i got the bellows on had some issues of course , tough to get shift cable core back in the stiff part at the front wouldnt go past the bend the outter jacket makes , eventually got it seemed to work smooth … seemd to shift on on land…in water it is engaging shift interrupt going into gear. im...
  6. Scott06

    Maxim 2000sc 4.3lx 4Bbl carburetor question

    9600 is 600 cfm
  7. Scott06

    Mercruiser 5.0 Won’t Reach Operating Temp

    Might be the position of your muffs I found if mine are not exactly right it will overheat even though water is moving through it
  8. Scott06

    1997 Merc 4.3 V6 LXGen+

    Shift interrupt activated ? Try disconnecting see if it rolls
  9. Scott06

    Still no power

    Some tank pick ups have a screen inside them pull the pick up tube and look inside could also be anti siphon valve but as danforth recommended measure fuel pressure at wot If it low tear into fuel supply if it’s ok likely the carb wasn’t done right
  10. Scott06

    Pooched fuel pump.... need replacement options

    Look up the merc wiring diagram on my boat they run in parallel 12 off the starter when cranking then when in run it comes off the 12v + to coil (purple) through the oil pressure switch to power the fuel pump. If you search these forums you will see threads showing diagrams and commonly...
  11. Scott06

    Cooling engine - direct water hookup

    Oh if outdrive is off jam the hose in the water passage where drive meets bellhousing. You can cut an old washing machine hose in half fits in pretty good. hold it with a bungee etc this will keep raw water pump lubed up and primed. You can turn the water on before it runs, i usually turn the...
  12. Scott06

    Pooched fuel pump.... need replacement options

    if you google the part number you find a number of replacements for the OEM part, which has been superceeded by 8623A5.. https://www.google.com/search?q=mercruiser+86234A4&rlz=1C1GCEU_enUS915US918&oq=mercruiser+86234A4&aqs=chrome..69i57.4802j1j15&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 nothing wrong with a...
  13. Scott06

    Cooling engine - direct water hookup

    By bypassing the impeller it you will burn it up unless its not turning ....it needs water supplied to it unless disconnected by removing the drive ( alpha in drive impeller or removing the belt in a bravo set up ) Large hose on right hand side of the thermostat housing is the cold water in...
  14. Scott06

    Mercruiser 5.0 Won’t Reach Operating Temp

    As a sanity check - Have you verified the 120 is indeed accurate with an IR thermometer also the OEM merc thermostat gasket has rivets in it to ensure the housing sensor is properly grounded to manifold. Can cause issues if a aftermarket gasket with out rivets is used I think you can check the...
  15. Scott06

    5.0 Mercruiser Problems

    The tks is an enrichment module that lets extra fuel in for warm up. It should hiss until it warms up at like 135 f or so. It was meant to replace an automatic choke so folks who don't drive carbureted cars and dont know how to set a choke can start it easily... IMHO a dumb system when two pumps...
  16. Scott06

    Can the base of engine work? Two to bolts under engine are rusted and can

    That drive has a dog clutch which will make a clunk when it shifts normally. Best to shift firmly and quickly into gear. Most likely it is normal
  17. Scott06

    Purchasing in this market

    Nice looking boat, I think you did the smart move. I prefer my boats pre scratched anyways.... I assume one of you has a GTO given the user name ? I have a 65
  18. Scott06

    Rochester 2 jet running rich before and after rebuild

    Did it work ok? This would be a great solution if the quality was decent.
  19. Scott06

    Still no power

    You have covered a lot already- I assume you checked the timing including total advance? Is the spark strong on a spark gap tester. What do the plugs look like as AD mentioned going lean is a potential issue given your sypmtoms. I know the carb was gone through but if it is lean I would start...
  20. Scott06

    Volvo 4.3 gl overheating

    Did u swap inlet and outlet hoses in raw water pump When getting the boat ready
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