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  1. nola mike

    Mercruiser 3.0 squeal keeping engine from starting

    If you're sure the alt isn't the problem, you can reconnect the belt and turn the alt bolt. I usually get a crowbar and wedge it between the heads of the balancer bolts. Shouldn't take much to turn the engine with no drive, plugs, or accessories connected. My ears aren't that precise, but I...
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    Boat lift options?

    OK, getting a little closer. Got the pilings driven, waiting on the lift (I'm told it will ship this week...) I've decided to do 2 separate systems, each with its own battery and control. I want to minimize the amperage through the switches and batteries. I'm going to decide on the solar...
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    Mercruiser pre-alpha swap

    Shorter input shaft on the mc-1, no?
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    Mercruiser 3.0 squeal keeping engine from starting

    I'd pull the plugs and belts and turn the engine over by hand at this point, see where it's binding
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    Possible short 7.4 Mercruiser

    http://forums.iboats.com/forum/engine-repair-and-maintenance/non-repair-i-o-and-inboards/10211403-how-mercruiser-thunderbolt-ignition-systems-work
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    Mercruiser 4.3L 190 HP Carb/Manifold Intake Upgrade

    You'll also a new throttle bracket for the 4bbl. And Rick and I ended up in much different places with the jetting.
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    1996 4.3 Vortec Mercruiser fuel pump

    Follow your fuel line from the tank...
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    Mercruiser 3.0: Dead cylinder? very sluggish!

    Sounds like you've got a dead #1 cylinder. I'd start by throwing a timing light on #1, and/or a spark plug tester
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    4.3 Vortec Upgrade

    The tube is longer than the dipstick. You're just cutting the bottom part of the tube off
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    Parts that interchange from 86 4.3 MerCruiser to 01

    The newer covers (except for real new) are composite. Again, the CPS reluctor might need to be removed
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    Parts that interchange from 86 4.3 MerCruiser to 01

    It will fit. You may need to pull the timing chain cover and remove the crankshaft position sensor reluctor under there (but you may not--i wasn't able to confirm if that was necessary).
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    4.3 Vortec Upgrade

    Mine's routed the same way. Trimmed the dipstick tube, dipstick itself doesn't need cut. You can't suck the oil from the tube after that, but can check the level. I installed a remote filter kit and a drain tube that can be routed through the bilge and out the transom drain. Makes life so much...
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    1974 Starcraft 18' runabout w/3.0 140HP 4-cyl. *So many Questions*

    Usually easier to remove the lag bolt rather than the mounts themselves. People when replacing the belt will often put a spare underneath the mount, so that it can be replaced next time without messing with the mount you might not be able to find oem, but aftermarket is a lot of times...
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    Fuel blockage

    Also, clear in line fuel filters are a no no on an I/o
  15. nola mike

    Mercruiser 3.0 unexplained rotational noise

    Even though the prop is the only additional thing turning in gear, you aren't under load in neutral (and you said you were testing in the water and not on land). Certainly possible for u joints or gimbal bearing to only make noise when a load is applied. Does it vary with Drive position...
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    1986 mercruiser 140 3.0L

    Interesting. I would think that you'd fry the points and it would never run right. Thanks for the update
  17. nola mike

    Boat refueling

    These are submerged, no vapors to ignite. I'd at least do a marine fuel pump. I have regular jerry cans that i put vents into (you can buy 10 for $5 or something, drill a small hole in the can and pop them in). Use a large funnel, remove spout from jerry can and pour away. The vent makes the...
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    Gimbal Bearing Noise?

    Some threaded rod, a couple of nuts and washers to use as a press. No. Moog 315g u-joints, I just ordered a couple off of amazon for $12 each Tube is easier to install, it's a bit louder
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    Gimbal Bearing Noise?

    An allen wrench works fine on the hinge pins, they just need heat. The trim sender bolt sucks, but it is possible. Exhaust tube makes that part of the job a non issue.
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    Gimbal Bearing Noise?

    Replace them.
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