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  1. alldodge

    Trim Clicks and Makes noise, but won't go up or down

    Either a weak battery (should be 12.7V for lead acid) Or there is a bad connection, meaning wire, terminal lug or relay contact. With it doing the same in both directions Look close at the wires and that even the ground is clean and tight. Don't just look, remove the wires and verify they...
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    Service manual 1995 20HP

    Looks like your manual is 82688R1 and shows up on ebay and other places
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    Throttle removal 2000 Four Winns 238 vista

    Don't have firt hand knowledge but most handles are removed by moving the shifter full forward. Then the center button can be removed and the nut which holds the handle. The Merc handles are in the link https://www.mercruiserparts.com/remote-controls-and-components
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    Help wiring Bennett Auto trim pro and module into existing boat wiring for complete newb

    No where in the manual nor the many times I talked to Bennett Tech support (MJ Thomas) did they ever say the Orange is on switchable power. The main unit stays ON but draws very little power. Many turn Bat switches OFF when they depart
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    Gimbal bearing.

    Yes and also the same on the other end of the hose
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    Mercruiser 3.0 No Spark issues

    If its soft there is no easy fix. Take a Philips screw driver and try to press it into the transom. ON SECOND thought DON'T DO THAT. My thought is its soft, and if you push a screw driver into the transom it may turn into a really bad leak
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    Mercruiser 3.0 No Spark issues

    I would say transom leak. Probably not the transom assembly though it might be. Most likely the transom is soft and needs to be replaced
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    Gimbal bearing.

    Search for part number 41674T it will show up in several places under $5
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    Mercruiser 3.0 No Spark issues

    Water is coming in on the inside around the trim hoses, most likely the exhaust manifold is cracked of the transom assembly is cracked There is only one gasket and pretty simple how it goes together
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    Mercruiser 3.0 base timing a myth?

    Yes Set timing Disconnect white jumper and reconnect shift interrupter. With timing light still connected, and engine at IDLE, verify that timing did advance to 12? BTDC, (plus or minus 2?). At 2400-2800 RPM maximum (total) advance is obtained and should be 27? BTDC (plus or minus 2?).
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    Wrong timing set up

    We've gone from "what damage could this cause" to the motor is locked up? Your unable to crank over the motor. What happens when key is turned to start? Is this a I/O or Inboard?
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    Velvo penta does on water

    We're using a manual and old guys with years on us. What are they using?
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    Mercruiser 3.0 base timing a myth?

    Looks like newest number is 19418839
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    Mercruiser 3.0 base timing a myth?

    GM 10482830
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    Exhaust manifold bolt torque spec.

    Both are 25 FT LB
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    Mercruiser 3.0 base timing a myth?

    Was it genuine GM or after market?
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    Wrong timing set up

    Might not have done anything, how does it run now that its been changed?
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    1990 5.7. 260 Overcooling at idle.

    Could try that but I don't see how that will help. As before the thermostat housing should keep the water closed inside the block until it opens.
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    2005 VP 5.7 Gi-e, Rough Idle No Power to Plane

    Serial number doesn't show up The motor didn't jump a tooth, it sounds like timing is not set correctly or there is an issue with the crank or cam sensor. The Bulletin shows how to make a timing tool to get it exact
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    Gimbal bearing.

    The Gen 2 impellers last a lot longer then Gen 1
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