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    What to do with my two 470's?

    I got a bit lost, still thinking about lifters..
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    spring vapor lock?

    Just a guess I think that carb comes off the shelf setup for a 5.7...
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    What to do with my two 470's?

    I guess it's the picture then because usually good ones I've seen are shiny. Yours looks almost lumpy. In any case the engine would run a bit rough if the new lifter was not primed with oil..
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    1995 Searay 5.7 GM winterizing mods..

    I'm satisfied with the ball valves and like yourself I plan on a remote oil filter this fall.. the idea of bolting everything to the motor makes sense to a manufacturer. Just a few things to hook up for an install or removal but it makes it hard on shade trees like me..
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    1995 Searay 5.7 GM winterizing mods..

    An update, I just put my engine back in service and can't say how much nicer it was with the ball valves. We had the coldest winter in memory and all is good. How long they'll last is another story..
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    Yems v8 water spewing in engine compartment

    Better check your engine oil and be sure it doesn't look like a milkshake, if so drain it asap.
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    Yems v8 water spewing in engine compartment

    I wouldn't. Get a tow..
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    Yems v8 water spewing in engine compartment

    Well when you determine if they are cracked from freeze damage you could have more problems than that so don't rush out and buy manifolds just to find out later that the engine block is also damaged..
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    Yems v8 water spewing in engine compartment

    May want to get your friend to take a look. I can't be certain it's split but that's how it looks..
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    Yems v8 water spewing in engine compartment

    Yep that manifold is split wide open, lets hope there's no more surprises
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    spring vapor lock?

    I'd say your instincts are spot on.. that's a mess..
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    Cooling System Generic Info

    And the foil shape of the lower unit where the intake is causing pressure as the water hangs on the foil..
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    Boat Disposal

    You made out like a bandit 😂
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    What causes this knocking tapping sound?

    I'm humble! Now I have a grasp on the geometry of this.. always wondered why there was two in such a short run...it seems they need to offset each other and a 1/2 degree is the minimum offset..thx @Scott06 for the tip..
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    What causes this knocking tapping sound?

    Well I've swapped a few, I remember putting in solid lifters in a 283 Chevy. Got a few more revs and a few less miles but it was fun.. I'll google the pinion angles and see what I come up with..thx..
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    What causes this knocking tapping sound?

    Could you explain it in layman's terms? I'm all ears.. it seems like the closer to inline would be better..
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    What causes this knocking tapping sound?

    That's an interesting thought, your saying that they like a bit of angle, it seems dead straight would be less stressful. How have you come to this?
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    Boat Disposal

    I just gave a 27ft oday to a young fella last weekend. I didn't want the expense of a total restore, but he's 19 years old and thinks he can live on it and bring it to life. He rented a slip for 200 bucks VS the thousand he was paying for an apartment. He's got the time!
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    Gear Oil Pump Storage

    I wouldn't, the lube most likely will preserve it..
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    Testing later model power steering booster

    The cable sheath is probably grooved and binds up. Have a helper create some resistance and then give the helm a spin..
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