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    Volvo Penta 4.3 GL No Power to Fuel Pump

    I'm getting no power to the fuel pump, if I put direct power to the fuel pump it will run. Engine starts after pumping the throttle several times and stays running obviously until gas runs out. I checked power at green wire on the alternator and I am getting 12V. I checked power to the green...
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    Kohler 5E Generator crank/no start K2/3 lit up

    I have my generator out on a pallet after I did maintenance, resprayed it and changed out the rusted out pan to a stainless steel one. I never had this generator started before as it's just out of a project Regal Commodore. I have it hooked up to a hose and a battery on a standalone gas tank...
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    2003 Mercruiser 8.1 HO No Crank No Start Fuel Pump Running

    Hello, I'm having an issue trying to start my engine on a stand. There's enough juice in the batteries. Cranks and Starts when the starter is jumped. Fuel pump turns on when the key is turned. I changed out the starter relay with a new one and still the same issue. I've used this ignition...
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    Volvo Penta 7.4 GL Slight Water in Oil

    Any suggestions on what to check and how to check where the water is coming in from? Oil is not milky at all aside from a small streak of white on the dipstick which is hardly noticeable. I'm not sure if its condensation or what it was. Should I start with pulling the risers to see if there's...
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    Kohler 5e generator standalone starting

    Can anyone point me to videos/instructions on how to start a Kohler generator on a table? Where power should be to keep it running? Aside from the starter motor and ground. If there is any machinery/equipment recommended as well to be able to put loads on it that would be great. I have several...
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    Yamaha F300 Cylinder Head Pressure Testing

    Can anyone give me any directions as to where I can buy pressure test plates for Yamaha F300 cylinder heads?
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    Looking to buy 1x Used 2016+ Yamaha 300XCA

    I'm looking for one Yamaha 300XCA with under 700 hours. Preferably counter rotating as I just bought a standard rotation 300. I've looked on Boat Trader, eBay, and Facebook marketplace and so far not much luck other than higher hour engines. I'm looking for recommendations on where else to...
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    Where to Find Kohler 5E Generator Motor Mount / Fuel Pump bracket

    This bracket is welded on, Kohler apparently has never had a replacement for it. I’m looking for a suggestion as far as where I can get one as mine is essentially rusted out in between where it was parallel to the generator pan. I haven’t been able to find any pictures or places selling one...
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    VP Volvo Penta Duo Prop Installation Problems

    I have a customer who bought a set of props, he sent me these photos of his installation… Props were pulled off one of my boats and did not have these issues that he’s showing me. I’m trying to help him figure out how the hub has somehow shifted from the point of props being removed to being...
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    Volvo Penta 4.3 GL Water In Cylinders After Running

    Hi everyone, just looking for some insight as to what could cause water in cylinders after running an engine. I ran the engine on the hose for about 4/5 minutes and turned it off, then turned off the water. I went to go start it again and this time it didn't start and pulled all the plugs and...
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    Will 1.68 DPSM work for a VP 5.0/5.7 Engine?

    I'm needing a replacement outdrive for my VP 5.7 and I'm curious if this 1.68 ratio will work with my engine properly. It was paired with a VP 7.4 Gi prior.
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    Radio throwing ground amp code

    I have a Chaparral with a clarion head unit that is throwing an amp ground code. It blasts music loud for a few seconds and shuts off. Where does the ground go for the radio? I don’t have a separate amp it’s built into the radio.
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    Kohler 5E Generator shutting off after 3-5 minutes of operation

    My generator keeps shutting down on my 260 Sundancer after a few minutes of operation. I've had the carburetor rebuilt and set. My sparkplugs, fuel filter, fuel lines have been flushed and water pump impeller has been changed and the previous one did not have any broken vanes at all. I have...
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    Searay 260 Sundancer Trim Tabs not working!

    Neither side have any operation. Pressing both of the buttons to lower/raise the trim tabs and there is no audible noise from the motor. Is there just a fuse that typically blows or a relay gone bad?
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    Sea Ray Kolher 5E Generator Not Getting Fuel

    Fuel line to the carburetor has been disconnected to see if there is fuel pumping when generator is turned over and it sprays fuel. I was able to start the generator and keep it running for 10-15 seconds before I stopped adding starting fluid. Both spark plugs were dry and did not smell like...
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    Mercruiser Alpha One Gen 2 Leaking Gear Lube from Intake + Not engaging in gear fully after lower shift cable replaced.

    I am having an issue with my alpha one gen 2 where I am leaking gear lube from the lower water intake. Another issue is when I go to do the shift cable adjustment as per the manual I cannot get the prop to lock fully when the shifter is in neutral and lower shift cable is pushed in all the way...
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    Difference between Bravo 3 2.20R vs 2.20 vs 2.21

    I'm looking to replace a lower unit/complete outdrive on my Searay with a 7.4 MPI that comes stock with a 2.20R. I need to know what difference there is if any between the gear ratios as well as if I can swap just lower units from a 1.81, 2.20, or 2.21 without any issues.
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    Volvo Penta 3.0 GL RPM gauge not reading correctly

    RPM gauge responds when throttle applied. However in idle it registers only 200-300 RPMs. It's a 2005 engine and the RPM gauge is linked to the ignition coil which is not OEM. I need help where to start chasing the problem down and how to test the diode that goes to those grey and purple wires...
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    Volvo Penta 4.3 GL-A Cutting Out After Idling

    I'm having an issue with my VP 4.3 Carbureted engine. It definitely is a fuel issue where the bowl is filled up in the carburetor but as soon as it is running for 3-5 minutes it shuts off as if its running out of fuel. I have already replaced the Fuel Pump as well as rebuilt the Carburetor. It...
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    Spider Cracks Repair

    I am looking for advice on how to repair this spider cracking on my Moomba. Is it best to dremel out the cracks and fill with matching gelcoat, fill with a fairing compound and gelcoat over, etc. I'm open to suggestions, I have watched several videos and I have seen quite a few repairing the...
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