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  1. Scott06

    Mercruiser Bravo 2 alignment tool 1/32 wobble at end of alignment shaft? Too much?

    1/32 or so wouldn’t concern me as ted outlines what do the splines in coupler and drive shaft look like? Look in with a flash light if they are pointed replace coupler
  2. Scott06

    How much is my Trailer worth??

    Id think $800 give or take.
  3. Scott06

    Merc 140 fuel pump install, no ros?

    yes put a nipple in here that's where it should go- if fuel pump diaphragm ruptures fuel gets dumped down carb vs in bilge. Will probably bee so rich it stalls...
  4. Scott06

    Merc 140 fuel pump install, no ros?

    Would appear if you look at parts diagram 1A, 1B,1C that the vent was put on after your serial started at 044xx and up. https://www.marineengine.com/parts/mercruiser-sterndrive-parts/140-gm-181-il4-19721978/3332138-thru-5157668/fuel-pump-fuel-filter-and-carburetor looking at the serials if you...
  5. Scott06

    Newer Mercruiser Cooling System Questions . . .

    That would be my take as well. When you look at the modern V engines (bot these merc and automotive) none have an intake water crossover like back in the day. Yes 10 lbs of stuf in a 5 lb box...
  6. Scott06

    Ford 302 petronix igniter 2 distributor

    Rotor should be pointed where no 1 cylinder post in cap is
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    Newer Mercruiser Cooling System Questions . . .

    What this looks to be is a bigger version of the thermostat housing that would be on top of the intake on an older chevy based V engine. I suspect there is no water crossover in your intake. This collects hot coolant out of both banks of heads and from exhaust manifolds. Thermostat is in top...
  8. Scott06

    Mixture adjustment screw non tamper cover

    I think you need this tool to adjust it https://nuwavemarine.com/uncategorized-mercury-parts/oem-quicksilver-mercury-idle-mixture-tool-91-866201/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMItsCon_Da9gIVAZ2GCh2XFQmuEAQYAyABEgJlW_D_BwE
  9. Scott06

    Volvo Penta SX Prop ID

    a lot of modern props have cup like Merc Enteria and Revolution 4 See where your WOT is if low maybe try a 19" if you aren't happy with loaded performance
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    Volvo Penta SX Prop ID

    See this diff part number but in bottom of listing says new part number supersedes part on your prop https://www.generalpropeller.com/3-blade-stainless-propellers-for-sx-4-3-4-gearcase/3860709?limit=100 but diameter is slightly off at 14.75” … also listed this part number in OMC catalog and...
  11. Scott06

    Starter question.

    Not the big battery connection the smaller wire that supplies 12 v from slave solenoid when key is in start mode . …when that is removed the gear should pull back in if not there is a starter or fitment issue
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    Starter question.

    Should stay engaged until 12 v is removed from starter solenoid, then it should retract
  13. Scott06

    Bell housing spacers Alpha 1 Gen 2

    Part 15 https://www.marineengine.com/parts/mercruiser-sterndrive-parts/43l-carb-alphabravo/0w300013-thru-0w309999/flywheel-coupler-and-flywheel-housing
  14. Scott06

    Odd 4.3 overheating

    I suspect there is something wrong with check balls . Thinking they are allowing too much water to go directly to elbows and overboard. This starves the block of incoming raw water Coming up from the drive. Suspect removing thermostat reduced restriction feeding water into block circ pump...
  15. Scott06

    Tahoe boat

    Tahoe is an entry level boat. They have the same mercruiser engine drive etc as other makes that are higher end. Fit and finish level are lower. Good friends of ours have one been fine for them and held up well. would definitely sea trial it, but for a first boat at a value price probably not a...
  16. Scott06

    What´s the best replacement for AQ271C (or 570) 5.7 GM engine, ideally stroker?

    This is a K kit for BBC but you get the idea has springs retainers etc that should work together. Should eliminate any mismatch issues like wrong springs etc. Make sure the machinist checks the valve spring, retainer, seal clearance installed height etc. You never know what was done to the...
  17. Scott06

    Is my coupler off ? looks like it and drive won't go back in ..

    You use the tool and a dead blow hammer to center the bearing , nit drive the tool in . Once bearing is centered you adjust the mounts using the grease markings on the tool to guide wher to move the front of the engine Centering the gimbal on alignment
  18. Scott06

    Merc 4.3 Quench Distance

    Yes there isnt much total advance on a 4.3 i think about 24 total if i recall
  19. Scott06

    Alpha 1 Gen 2 lower end oil

    I wonder if the small quad ring that seals the 1/4” oil passage between the two halves if the drive got dislodged and may be blocking the passage? Would think it would leak if that is the case. Other thought is how cold is it. if the lube was stored in a cold garage 90 W doesn’t flow very well.
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    Merc 4.3 Quench Distance

    This is what you should do
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