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    Replaced Bravo Steering Swivel Shafts

    Had to do the full transom service since the boat was new to me and bellows were showing cracks and aging. Swivel shafts were rusty and one side had evidence of water leaking into the boat. I did not want to cut into the transom housing nor did I have the means to remove the engines. When...
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    New To me boat - Formula 28’- Trim Questions

    2000 Formula BR 280, twin 350 Mag with Bravo 3s. first season to me. Previously had a 20’ with single MCM 260 5.7 V8. Question is what should expect when trimming up? ive never had a boat this large and props will ventilate quite quickly with little bow rise in comparison to my previous 20’...
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    Formula - 280 BR - Pulling engines, what else?

    2000 Formula BR 280, twin 350 Mag with Bravo 3s. Need to pull the starboard engine as I have coupler that will align but is off when turned 180*, and then back in alignment when back 360* around. Going to replace the coupler but what else do I need to do when in there? Exhaust boots...
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    Going to Attempt Bravo 3 Prop Shaft Seal Replacment.

    While doing maintenance on my bravo 3 drive I noticed the smaller, inner prop shaft seal had a 1/4” section of the keeper spring sticking out underneath the seal. Seal is not leaking but it looks like it’s only a matter of time as the keeper spring should not be sticking out. I have ordered the...
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    When to Bravo Steering Pin

    Purchased a used Formula BR 280 I have the drives and bellhousings removed to replace all bellows and related parts. How do I tell of the upper steering pins should be replaced?
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    Bravo Bellows: Sei kit vs Mercruiser kit

    What is the consensus of the quality of the bravo belllows transom service kit made by SEI vs Mercuiser. Im seeing a $200 price difference per kit and I have twins.
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    Buying boat: Bravo 3 drive questions

    I am looking at a 2000 Bowrider with Twin 350 Mags and B3s. But it has the older style B3s. Before the Bravo 2000 SN 0M100000) drive serial 0L7xxxxx. Am I setting myself up for failure buying the boat with the older style drives?
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    Lets Stop Closing Threads

    Something that has frustrated me about this forum. Closing threads. Great example here. He designed a 3D printable part as a solution to a prior problem and was NOT selling it but rather made the file available for free download. Maybe I'm alone in this but couldn't we be a more helpful...
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    Considering used purchase: Formula BR 280

    Wanting to purchase a formula bow rider BR 280. I have a 1978 20 foot Sea Ray 260 hp open bow right now, and the limiting factor is 8 people. Makes it difficult when families with three kids want to go out with us. Need to know what engine combinations I should avoid, or look for. The boat is...
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    Mercruiser 5.7 manifolds - log vs centerise

    1978 Searay 207 with Merc 260 5.7 engine. It is equiped with what I believe to be the original log sytle manifolds. I am going to replace them this off season. Is there any benefit to upgrade to the current centerise style? New log manifolds appear to be cheaper.
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    3 to 4 blade Prop - '81 SeaRay SRV 207

    Boat is a 1981 SeaRay SRV 207 (20 ft) with MCM 260 Horsepower Chevy 5.7 V8, Alpha drive. I previously ran an aluminum Michigan Wheel Vortex 3 blade 14.5 x 19, would top out at 4600 rpm, dont know speed. Looking to go to 4 blade for more holeshot, not concerned with top speed but want it...
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    Shifting Issues - Merc Alpha 1 Stern Drive

    I have a 1978 SeaRay 207. 350 GM V8. Drive is a reman Alpha 1 gen 1. Everything runs great except boat will fail to shift into reverse, but only when the boat is moving forward such as maneuvering to get into a dock slip, using reverse to slow forward momentum, ect. It seems to only be when...
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    SeaRay 207, 1978. Need Dist and Stern Drive Help

    I have, what I believe to be, a 1978 SeaRay SRV 207. What I do know is this the Mercruiser V8 350, 260 hp. I have 2 issues: 1. I need to identify what Stern drive parts I need as I need to do impeller, bellows, etc. 2. Every trip I use the boat, I get moisture that accumulates under the...
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