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  1. Wave34

    Alternator grounding

    Hi all. On my Volvo Penta 5.7 MPI (Vortec engine), the alternator is 75A. I will upgrade it to a 145A which I've been told by my local starter/alternator rebuild shop, it was the highest amps that could fit this case and the Volvo bracket. I will upgrade the B+ wire to a 1 AWG. But, I see there...
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    Hardtop project

    Who has a rigid roof on their boat? I would like to make my own hard top on my Signature 260. Full lenght, 8.5 ft. Right now I have flexible solar panels held by bungees on the bimini, but I'm not satisfied with the performance. Rigid panels are more efficient. I would like to make a...
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    Florida, beaches, boats, laws and regulation...

    I went to Florida many times, but never saw boats anchored on the ocean side, near the beach. Let's say, anchored at 150' from the shore. Is it forbidden? I think it could be fun on a calm day, to just anchor there and swim or paddle to the beach.
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    Shower drain pump, no power

    There is no 12V going to the shower pump. The GND is good. No breaker at the helm is tripped, neither at the stern. From the schematic, there are more breakers at the cabin DC panel, where the switches are for the water pump, lights etc. And one breaker, according to the schematic, is for the...
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    Is my shift cable stretched?

    Volvo DPSM. I remember, 6 years ago, the adjustment at the drive was in the middle of the threads. Now, I have to screw the block at the end of the threads to have the same range of motion. I checked the cable sleeve holder, and it is ok, holding the sleeve in the recess. Is there an internal...
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    Raw water pump casing

    My casing is not perfectly flat. The middle part is raised a bit. I measure a difference varying from 0.005'' to 0.020''. Is it supposed to be perfectly flat? Is that wear and if so, when too much is too much? It's on a Volvo 5.7Gi-D 2004
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    Wiper arm grommet/seal

    Boat: 2004 Chaparral Signature 260 I have a water leak in the bathroom. It comes from the access panel under the wiper motor. I don't find any grommet/seal specific for my boat, only some universal grommets on Amazon, or local boat shop. Is there still a OE part available these days for that...
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    DP-SM prop shaft seals replacement

    I need to change the seals because of a slight contact I had last year with the bottom of the lake. Props are not bent but only small dents that got repaired. But since then, I have water intrusion in the outdrive. Not a lot, the level remains constant on the gauge, but the oil turns yellow. I...
  9. Wave34

    Volvo fuel pump cross reference required.

    Hi. Volvo 5.7GiD My high pressure fuel pump is defective. It makes noise and has low pressure. I found on internet that a Carter number P61171 should fit as a replacement. I ordered one from Amazon. The one I received is almost the same except for the double oring nipple at the bottom. Does...
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    Navionics vs Naval Operational Training Area

    I'm plotting a route with Navionics from Naples FL to the Keys. The route crosses a delimited area that is defined as Naval Operational Training Area. So, that means pleasure boats cannot enter that area? Navionics doesn't take that into account? In this case, I would have to follow the coast?
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    Paper maps required?

    I'm planning to go boating in Florida. I was wondering if coast guards check for paper maps onboard. I have my Garmin GPS, plus 2 phones with Navionics. So, 3 independant navigation systems. Would that be accepted in our modern days?
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    Can't read MIL

    2004 Volvo Penta 5.7Gi-D / MEFI4B When I connect a LED on my DLC and turn the IGN ON without starting, the LED is ON which indicates that codes are presents. I then jump A-B to get the codes, and only 12, 12, flashes continiously, whick is 'no fault'. I Know if I clear the codes the LED will...
  13. Wave34

    what is that sensor?

    Volvo Penta 5.7 Gi-D 2004 located on intake manifold, front, starboard. (yellow wire) Is it the gauge temp sensor?, I tought it was located on the side of engine block....
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    Overheating, again

    Volvo Penta 5.7 Gi-D The boat was running well for many years. Spring 2021, first ride, overheat. After troubleshooting, found a bad seal in the RWP. Replaced and ran well all summer. Spring 2022, first ride, overheat. Troubleshoot, change again the RWP seal. There was rust on the shaft After...
  15. Wave34

    Question on my anodes

    Volvo DP-SM From the picturres below, are my anodes aluminum, magnesium or zinc? I don't think it is zinc from the color. Are they still good? The ones on the outdrive look OK to me. The ones on the trim tabs, I don't know, seems more than 50%. I boat in fresh water, but plan a trip of 5...
  16. Wave34

    Florida marinas occupancy rate

    I'm planning to spend 5 months next winter in Florida with my boat. Around Fort Lauderdale or Hollywood. Am I late or early to start looking for a spot? I know that campings are already full for next winter, but was wondering if it was the same for marinas.
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    Jacking a tandem axle trailer safely

    Let's say I have a flat tire to change on the side of the road. Is it safe for the axle to use a bottle jack under it near the spring to lift the wheel? I'm worried about bending the axle, since my boat on the trailer is 9200 lbs. And jacking from the frame would take too much lift from the...
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    Spare wheel hub... usefull?

    I was thinking of buying a spare wheel hub in case one bearing fails far from home. Is it something that happens often? I grease my bearings twice a year. Are there many models in the same manufacturer for the same capacity? My axles are Dexters 6 bolts, 5000 or 52000 lb each, with a 6''...
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    Waste tank cover removal

    Yep, I need to remove that cover to clean the level floats that are stuck. The cover seems to be glued or whatever, but I can't turn it. I tried with a strap wrench, but had to stop before breaking the plastic tabs. Any way to soften the glue or silicone?
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    Engine overheating

    Chaparral 260 Volvo Penta 5.7Gi-D / Duoprop SP-SM I can't find the problem. The boat has been working fine last year. I winterized it like usual, and removed the outdrive for inspection and to change an oil seal. I reassembled everything this spring, and went last week end for the first ride...
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