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    Volvo Penta 2002 ? Blown a Fuse, Now Non Start

    I'll update you all. I've removed the alternator. I had fitted an emergency bypass switch to start the engine, and it worked. I just wanted to upgrade that switch, and my cables came off the solenoid/starter combination. Where should my 2 wires from this starter switch attach to the...
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    Volvo Penta 2002 ? Blown a Fuse, Now Non Start

    Hello, thanks for your replies. Had a look at things today, and moved the alternator out the way. (disconnected the battery this time) The fuse box (I think that's number 2 on the wiring diagram) looks O.K. I'll send a picture of some burnt out wiring from the solenoid/starter assembly. The...
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    Volvo Penta 2002 ? Blown a Fuse, Now Non Start

    Hi Scott, I realise I may not have given you enough info, but I also may have confused you. The engine is Vovo Penta 2002 series (not the year 2002). It's an 18hp diesel. That may narrow things down a bit.
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    Volvo Penta 2002 ? Blown a Fuse, Now Non Start

    Happy New Year all. Done something silly. My alternator has not been working for a while, I've been charging the batteries via a solar panel, enough to start the engine. Decided to take out the alternator today to fix/replace it. I didn't disconnect the batteries. I moved the alt. a bit, it must...
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    Guard rail gone slack, sailing cruiser.

    Thanks everybody.
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    Guard rail gone slack, sailing cruiser.

    Forgot to attach.
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    Guard rail gone slack, sailing cruiser.

    Here are 2 pictures, badly focused. I'll look through Suncor to see what matches. I think I'll need lengths of cable, the connectors, and some tools.
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    Guard rail gone slack, sailing cruiser.

    I should get you pictures in a couple of days. I didn't think the stanchions or metalwork is the problem, more likely the wire lines (lifelines) are stretched. What does swagging/reswagging mean
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    Guard rail gone slack, sailing cruiser.

    Hi, on my 30' sailing boat, all the wire guard rails have become slack. The barrel adjusters are at their limit. How can I remedy this?
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    Dual battery wiring query

    Hello, I have been tinkering with my dual battery wiring on a cruising sailing boat, fitted with a Volvo Penta 2002 diesel engine. Things seem O.K., except for my Makita diesel heater, which won't turn on. One dual core wire leading to the battery has me confused. Sheathed in black, there is a...
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    1996 Johnson 50. Not starting, backfiring only. Primer issue

    Thanks. Replaced the solenoid and cleaned up all the harness connectors. Now the electrics appear good. Still no start, but a backfire. Flywheel key is good. Flywheel nut secured to specified torque. I want to do the timing and synchronisation, but the manual shows that it would be beyond me...
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    1996 Johnson 50. Not starting, backfiring only. Primer issue

    Thanks. It may be the solenoid gone bad. It can't be the keyswitch, because the starter runs even when the keyswitch is unplugged at the harness connector.
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    1996 Johnson 50. Not starting, backfiring only. Primer issue

    Changed the keyswitch. Still the (primer) electrical problem. Now something's got worse- the starter motor keeps running, regardless of key switch position. I have to remove a battery lead to stop it. Must check all the wiring, but any guidance as to where the problem might have occurred?
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    1996 Johnson 50. Not starting, backfiring only. Primer issue

    Ordered a new ignition switch- original brand, not an aftermarket copy, because I haven't been happy with those. I will fit later this week. I still expect to find a major timing error, so if I need to, it's off with the flywheel again, and go from there.
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    1996 Johnson 50. Not starting, backfiring only. Primer issue

    Agreed Racerone. I'll start with the ignition switch, the barrel may have rotated out of position causing incorrect contacts.
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    1996 Johnson 50. Not starting, backfiring only. Primer issue

    Yes , but I'll check again. Is there anything else to look at when I take the flywheel off, which might be causing this total non-start/backfire?
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    1996 Johnson 50. Not starting, backfiring only. Primer issue

    It was correct. Swapped the wires over briefly, but didn't notice the backfire, but definitely not starting. By the way, the problems occur when I try and run on fuel, and also when I spray 'Easy Start' into the carburettor inlet. Apart from the flywheel key, which I've checked several times...
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    1996 Johnson 50. Not starting, backfiring only. Primer issue

    I've still not got it right. Here's a recap; . Found various problems, and fixed them. But still not firing up. Compression good (150psi on both cyl.). Spark gap test good on both. Spark seen at both spark plugs. Flywheel key good and in place. Spark control rod set at correct spec. (2 1/2")...
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    Johnson 50 1996 2-cylinder. ? faulty ignition coil

    Flooding is a thought I'd had. I'll do as you say.
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    Johnson 50 1996 2-cylinder. ? faulty ignition coil

    Here again, I'm afraid. Found various problems, and fixed them. But still not firing up. Compression good (150psi on both cyl.). Spark gap test good on both. Spark seen at both spark plugs. Flywheel key good and in place. Spark control rod set at correct spec. (2 1/2"). Sprayed Seafoam into...
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