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    New engine - No Fire (Volcruiser)

    Been working on an engine replacement (long block 5.7). We (think) we have everything back in place - new engine; outdrive mounted; new bellows etc. etc. We have no fire - hooked up a spark plug diagnostic tool - no lights flashing on when cranking. Reset the distributor several different...
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    Volvo Penta 3.0 GLP-D (PCV valve popping off while running - carbon buildup on boat thru exhaust)

    Hello, my PCV valve is popping off the valve cover insert. What is going on here? Vacuum leak to Carb? Also, Took this boat to the mechanic and he jacked with the carburetor somehow, I think to by-pass the electric choke? It's running and starting a lot better, but now the above mentioned...
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    Volvo Penta 3.0 GLP-D Choke/Starting Issue?

    A while back, I crossed terminals on the battery....got white smoke coming off the alternator. Since then I have to put the boat in Nuetral - prime the carb several times - hold it in wide open throttle position and it starts at high rpm - I back it down really fast and runs fine at idle. I'm...
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    Water in Outdrive - Milky Oil - Stored over winter in this condition

    OK, I think I get to wear the dunce hat now.... Maybe this post will help someone else (besides me:) End of last season - the outdrive was leaking oil - didn't think much of it (but should have) Did the usual winterization on the engine and exhaust manifold - didn't drain or re-fill the...
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    How do I verify Drive Bellow is installed properly?

    Drive Bellows replaced! Did everything by the book! Any way to verify water is staying out of the drive bellow? Will it simply come into the boat bilge area if not sealed properly? First time replacing the drive bellow on this unit, I'm fairly sure we did it right. But..... Haven't had it on...
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    Volvo SX-M1. Bellow seal outdrive side

    Just replaced the drive bellow. It baffles me how this seals to the outdrive side. When the drive is pushed and bolted back up does the flat part of the drive seal to the flat part on the bellow? Don’t understand this at all. BTW. That was a little tough installing the new bellow but not...
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    Milky oil in outdrive. Flush?

    Looks like we blew the seal on the shifter mechanism in the outdrive Need to replace seal. Drained oil it was milky white. How to flush the remaining milky white oil. ? Is this necessary? Any links to show how to replace seal would be awesome. Thanks! Volvo Penta SX-M1
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    Chemical / Cleaner to Remove Adhesive from the old Bellows

    Can someone please direct me to a chemical or cleaner to get the old bellow adhesive off the outdrive?
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    Volvo Penta Threadlock - Pivot Bolts

    Is there a specific "threadlock" compound for the pivot bolts for the outdrive? Will any old "threadlock" work? Seems to be some speculation. Thanks!
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    Outdrive Replacement White Sealing Compound to Mounting Bolts

    Volvo SX manual states to apply "White Sealing Compound" to the stud bolts. Is this the correct compound? See Pics. Thanks
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    Volvo Penta Gasket Sealing Compound

    Can someone please give me a part number for the Volvo Penta Gasket Sealing Compound? Looks like I'll need this to replace the Drive Bellow
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    Bellows Replacement - SX-M1

    Can someone please direct me to the forum that discusses bellows replacement on a VP SX-M1 (2006 model)
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    Volvo Penta 3.0 GLP-D Exhaust / Intake Manifold Replacement

    While getting the boat ready for the season I noticed a drip coming from the bottom of the Manifold. Upon further inspection, there is a crack in the manifold just underneath the manifold. I removed the entire drain **** when I winterized it last time, but unfortunately rust had clogged that...
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    Volvo SX-M Bellows Replacement

    Hello, I need to learn how to (sooner or later) replace the bellows on my SX-M1 outdrive. I've been reading this forum for a few hours and came across some really good informataion. One thread stated to look at the "for adults only" thread for a link to the service manual. I looked there and...
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    Replacing Impeller - Getting ready for the Lake!

    Hello, I need to replace the impeller this weekend but have a question. Engine: 2006 Volvo 3.0L GLP-D with the impeller on the front of the engine. It appears there are three bolts that hold the impeller housing onto the pulley. Do I remove these three bolts to access the impeller or do I remove...
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    When to change impeller?

    Debating on whether or not to replace the raw water impeller this year. This boat only has 25 hours on it. We bought this boat at the end of last season and used it a few times before winterizing it. If I do tackle replacing the impeller, I have another problem. Accessing it is a problem...
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    Temp Guage Not Working -Which Sensor

    My temp guage is not working. There are two temperature sensors on the engine. One on the water pump housing and one on the exhaust housing. Which one sends information to the temp guage? :confused: Boat now has 25 hours. Thanks in Advance for any information. TulsaTime Boat: Stingray...
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    Add Anti-Freeze or Just Drain & Blow?

    With the winter months approaching fast, I'm getting mixed information on what the best or required method is for winterizing an inboard/outboard. You can get the winterization kits and expensive rv antifreeze and run that thru the block via muffs or just drain the block, push all remaining...
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    No Temp Guage Reading - 06 Stingray 20hrs

    :confused:Newer Boat 06 Stingray 185LX/SX leg. 3.0L Volvo. Ok, I am trying to fiqure out what the problem is...is it the guage itself or the sender. I took the instrument panel off and tested the connection points with a light meter and all came on...some stronger than the other. I tested the...
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    Crossed Battery Terminals - BoneHeaded!!

    Ok, This is totally emabarassing, I crossed the battery terminals and sparks flew everywhere! It didn't dawn on me that crossing the battery terminals was the problem when the sparks flew, so I tried it again and got it not to spark. What an idiot, After about 2 seconds or less, I see white...
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