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  1. nola mike

    Mercruiser 3.0 No Spark issues

    Is there a flow chart for troubleshooting like for the TB systems (or points)? Any reason that you can't simulate a pulse from the dizzy pickup to the module to test?
  2. nola mike

    Mercruiser 140 Points to Delco EST results in low RPM at WOT

    "Base" is different than "initial". Only est had a base setting. At idle there is still advance. If they actually retarded the timing that much the engine would be significantly detuned (see the op's numbers) so we're now talking about a 110 hp motor or whatever
  3. nola mike

    Mercruiser 140 Points to Delco EST results in low RPM at WOT

    That's only 2' from original, still way different
  4. nola mike

    Mercruiser 140 Points to Delco EST results in low RPM at WOT

    That makes sense
  5. nola mike

    Mercruiser 140 Points to Delco EST results in low RPM at WOT

    What's the difference in the engines to account for that? Also looks like it would need 12' initial as OP said originally... Wonder if that would start/idle like crap.
  6. nola mike

    Ford 302

    Parts and upgrades are much cheaper if you're not in a hurry
  7. nola mike

    Ford 302

    That's only like ½ now with inflation
  8. nola mike

    Mercruiser 140 Points to Delco EST results in low RPM at WOT

    My next step is checking for consistent spark at each cylinder. Timing light on each lead, make sure you're not dropping occasionally. Also, assuming you have good fuel/checked filters etc. Water/old fuel is always suspect. At some point I might go old school and put a vacuum gauge on there...
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    Mercruiser 140 Points to Delco EST results in low RPM at WOT

    Always a good idea, but feel like this wouldn't be subtle on a 3.0. have you checked total timing with a light? 24' total sounds low (though I don't know the specs)
  10. nola mike

    Alpha one gen 1 questions

    Clicking sound is normal in one direction in gear, should be impossible to turn in the opposite direction. Neutral should turn freely both ways. Did you follow @achris instructions for adjustment (in his signature), for the service manual? Does the cable slide freely when it's disconnected at...
  11. nola mike

    Alpha one gen 1 questions

    Where? Probably should start a new thread in the prop section, but you want to choose your prop pitch based on your WOT rpms; should be 4400-4800 rpm, at the higher end when lightly loaded.
  12. nola mike

    Bought a new long block and wondering about the coupling and gimbal bearing.

    You realize that there's no difference in the valves, right? Good luck with that.
  13. nola mike

    Marine Flywheel compared to an auto flywheel

    Be nice to have a valve there, the accessibility sucks in my boat.
  14. nola mike

    1968 Hydroswift

    Check out the restoration subforum here. All the info you need. You had some type of wood, which is now likely mush. Doesn't really matter what kind. https://forums.iboats.com/forum/boat-restoration-building-and-hull-repair.40/
  15. nola mike

    alpha one gen 2 exhaust bellows

    Checking gear oil/level and removing the top cap is pretty reasonable. As is checking compression.
  16. nola mike

    Marine Flywheel compared to an auto flywheel

    Wondering if a PVC ball valve would work?
  17. nola mike

    Marine Flywheel compared to an auto flywheel

    I didn't know about winterizing until last year either...I think it's the process where you dunk the outdrive in antifreeze and then replace the block in the spring. (And I really need to make it to Australia...)
  18. nola mike

    Engine Cutting Off Above 3,200 rpm

    Compression or fuel pressure?
  19. nola mike

    3.0 mercruiser ran for 5 min good. Then Just died?

    Oh, fuel flowing backward through the pump?
  20. nola mike

    3.0 mercruiser ran for 5 min good. Then Just died?

    After the engine's stopped?
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