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    Battery post fuse

    As an extra safety measure I would like to add a fuse to the battery cable that runs between the battery + and the starter. The cable is 10' long 2/0, want to size the fuse to handle the current from the starter (7.4 mpi merc). The chart indicates this wire can handle up to 400 amps. Would...
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    bravo 2 seals

    The drive is 13 years old and about 450 hours, moored in fresh/brackish water 6 months per year. No leaks, drive oil is clean and no performance issues. Is it worth changing the seals as a preventive measure?
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    7.4 idle surge

    2001merc 7.4 mpi long block installed into boat. Runs and performs great other than when reducing throttle back to idle. The rpm surges up and down for 5 seconds hunting for the correct idle speed, once it settles idle is smooth. Where should I look for the problem?
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    rear motor mounts

    My 2001 merc 7.4 motor ( with bravo 2) was recently reinstalled into my boat. I noticed that the fiber washers on the rear motor mounts are not compressed, they spin freely. Is this correct? The rear mounting bolts are properly torqued.
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    O ring material

    What is the best material for the o-ring on the gasoline fill cap. I have read that neoprene is not recommended for gasoline but there are several other choices. My o-ring is cracked and needs to be replaced. Thanks
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    Mercruiser procedure for pressure testing

    I am looking for the Mercruiser recommended procedure for pressure testing my Bravo II drive. I have the Merc manuals but have not found the procedure. I have read a lot of opinions on how much pressure and for how long but I wanted to read what the manufacturer has to say. Has anyone come...
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    Mercruiser Trim thump

    2001 Bravo 2 + 7.4 MPI Occasionally while on plane and I trim down I feel a bang. While shifting when the boat is stopped or traveling at very slow speeds I observe the following: Neutral to reverse is always smooth Forward to neutral to forward = smooth Reverse to neutral to forward =...
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    Bravo 2 shifting questions

    I am working on a new to me boat with a 2001 7.4 MPI and Bravo 2 drive. Repair cost was factored into the deal. I am not sure if my drive has a problem or just the shift cable is a problem. The symptom is that it is hard to shift the drive into forward or reverse. I pulled the drive (wow is...
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