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  1. alldodge

    Mercruiser 4.3L lift points

    It's normal on a hose. The hose cannot provide enough water
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    Mercruiser 5.0 Bravo 3

    Probably be best, but I really don't know why Merc would think a in-gear switch is a good idea. Like we wouldn't know when it's in gear above 2500 rpm. It would run fine with it disconnected
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    Trim tilt down but not up.

    Good deal
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    Alignment and coupler question 1979 Mercruiser 260

    If correct the rear mounts probably need to be replaced
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    350mag Mpi

    Fuel pressure is low, should be closer to 43 when running. Not enough pressure means less fuel then what is needed to run Changing parts just to change parts is a bad idea. While the IAC muffler is just a piece of foam and not bad to replace being it's like a air filter, but the IAC...
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    Check Engine Codes 698 & 6988 - Low Voltage

    Here is a good write up that @muc posted. Will need a serial number https://forums.iboats.com/threads/volvo-penta-2015-codes-697-698-699.765831/
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    Bayliner Capri 2150 resurrection.

    The dash pot keeps the secondaries from opening under high vacuum (light load). When vacuum is reduced under high load it releases
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    Mercruiser 5.0 Bravo 3

    Can leave it disconnected or replace or adjust switch
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    Mercruiser 5.0 Bravo 3

    On the shift plate attached to or beside the motor. It has throttle control and cables attached
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    Mercruiser 5.0 Bravo 3

    Try disconnecting the in-gear switch and see if this stops the issue
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    Mercruiser 5.0 Bravo 3

    Need more info? What is motor serial number?
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    Ignition switch

    Check neutral safety switch in the throttle in the motor
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    Mercruiser 4.3L TKS 2BBL Carburetor Engine Sporadic Behavior

    Your correct it's the oil pressure switch When cranking the starter supplies power to pump until it starts. Once oil pressure builds that switch sends power to pump, and yours is not do it. Great diagnostics
  14. alldodge

    Belts for 4.3 V6

    the 7520 is 52 inch, the 7450 is 45 inch
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    Mercruiser 4.3L TKS 2BBL Carburetor Engine Sporadic Behavior

    Your loosing spark and that's electrical Use a meter on the + side of the coil and see if that goes away when it dies
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    1989 Trophy, Adding 2nd Battery

    Red/Purple wire is after the 50 amp breaker
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    5.0 OSi-JF overheating at speed

    Understand but using all thread rod makes it easier 3/8-13 all thread about 6 inch long. Remove to outer most bolts on mans and screw in all thread. Remove remaining bolts then slide mans off. Replace in reverse order. No need to hod all the weight just to get the bolts in
  18. alldodge

    Ignition problems! Please help

    should be 14.5V, but your boat meter may be off
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    Mercruiser 4.3 MPI 262 CID s#1A34694Z NOT IDLING CORRECTLY SOMETIMES

    I'm easing away from VL because it happens so fast and pressure being at 10 psi. Most VL happens when its a hot day, stop for a hour or 2. Go to restart and it goes but soon as throttle up it dies and then it won't start but will cough every now and then, happened to me a few times before...
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    Speed Control Knob

    Guessing, is to adjust if there is an offset from actual speed. If you want 30 MPH and when using GPS your seeing 29 or 31 your can get it exact
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