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  1. Drock1979

    Mercruiser 3.0

    Hey Folks, Gotta love our boats lol Ok so purchased this boat end of last season was out once before winterizing. This season replaced Impeller, belts, exhaust flapper, amongst other stuff. Today went to test Impeller operation before being stuck in the middle of the lake overheating. Turn...
  2. Drock1979

    Mercruiser 3.0 181 Aplha One Gen 2

    Ok folks so I noticed the previous owner had the v belt for the Balancer, Water Pump & Alternator on the middle groove and it chewed it up real bad so replaced that today and noticed that the engine mount was loose. See attached. I have tightened it and wondering what torque spec it should be...
  3. Drock1979

    Lake Ontario

    Hey Folks, What would you recommend for a boat in Lake Ontario? Length, Width, Motor, Etc.... any and all suggestions. Not looking to cruise in storms etc just an average days cruise and I know that Lake can change just like that so that's why seeing what people's opinions are.
  4. Drock1979

    Mercruiser 3.0 L Alpha One Gen 2 Tilt & Trim

    Hey Folks, Ok so my tank on my tilt and trim pump is leaking bad. The replacement has arrived and believe it's just one screw to install. I have attached a pic of my pump but looking for proper tank replacement instructions. Don't wanna crack the new one or install it wrong. From what I gather...
  5. Drock1979

    Mercruiser 3.0 Alpha One Gen 2

    Hey Folks, Ok so just did my water impeller and was surprisingly in great shape. This boat is new to me keep in mind. It's a 1991 Monterey Bowrider with Merceuiser 3.0 Alpha 1 Gen 2. I did notice when winterizing that there was small black chunks of rubber in the water, that's why was quick to...
  6. Drock1979

    Mercruiser 3.0 Alpha One Gen 2 Barrel

    Hello All. I don't have access to water where I am looking to do some work on my boat. What measurements of a barrel or tub, etc would I need to put the lower end into, to test water impeller and few other items???
  7. Drock1979

    Boat Top W/Windows

    Hello All, I have a 1991 Monterey SCR. I want a top or cover that has windows so if on the lake and starts to rain, I can pop this on and drive back to land. Is there a known place to purchase or any suggestions. It's a bow rider so would need full cover but want to be able to drive with it on...
  8. Drock1979

    Mercruiser 3.0 Serial Number

    Hey Folks, I have a 1991 Monterey with a mercruiser 3.0 Trying to locate the serial number for the motor, transom and drive serial numbers are fine but engine... unreadable atleast to me lol
  9. Drock1979

    Trailer Maintenance

    Hey Folks, Ok now that our canadian winter is over, let's be honest this year we never really got a canadian winter but anyways.... Boat and trailer were stored indoors all winter season long. What do you all suggest for maintenance and a list of things to check or do after the winter prior to...
  10. Drock1979

    1991 Monterey W/Merc 3.0 Questions

    Hey Everyone, Well it's finally here, boat is out of storage and want to do a couple things before putting in the water. #1 - I noticed the reservoir tank on my J1171 Marine trim motor was empty and moving around when I winterized the boat. How does this tank attach? #2 - When removing the...
  11. Drock1979

    Mercruiser 3.0 L Alpha One

    Hello All, Does anyone have pictures of the back of the engine? Different angles would be awesome. My boat is winterized and inside indoor storage and unable to get at it and take my own pics. This would be greatly appreciated. I've purchased a borescope to inspect the engine once back in the...
  12. Drock1979

    1991 Monterey 189 SCR Owners Manual

    Hey Monterey Owners, New here and would like to say thanks for all help. I recently purchased a 1991 Monterey 189 SCR with 3.0 Litre Merc Alpha One Gen 1. Thanks again.
  13. Drock1979

    New To Me 1991 Monterey 189 SRC 3.0 Merc

    Hello All, I have purchased a 1991 Monterey 189 SCR. Took it out on the lake once before winterizing for the year. While out on the lake I heard an awful noise. I believe it's the water transfer pump bearing, never thought of this until after winterized. Have a bad feeling the more I think...
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