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    VRO question

    I have a 1989 100GT Johnson. It started smoking bad and using too much oil, fouling plugs etc. I found a test for the VRO at http://www.maxrules.com/graphics/VROpics/VROflowchart.jpg I have leaking from the motor housing and Intermediate housing when I pressurize to the pulse fitting to 15...
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    johnson waterpump question

    Replacing water pump. What type of glue should be used to glue the stainless cup into the water pump housing? Video said refer to manufacturer, my shop manual did not state what type of glue. I have read that Scotch weld 847 is a good choice, are there others? Motor is a 1989 Johnson 100HP...
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    Best control cable for VP280?

    Replacing my shift cable for the 2nd time in 10 years. I used the red jacketed Teleflex TFX 301947-03 each time I replaced it. Both times I replaced was due to the cable seizing up. Is there a better option? Boat is a 1979 Albemarle and the drive is a 280 Volvo.
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    Transom shield to flywheel cover Orings

    Do you guys replace these when pulling an engine? I just pulled mine and both o-rings have spots where they are compressed. I checked yesterday with the Marine parts place and they are special order and takes two weeks! I planned to have motor in tomorrow. I could just flip them over so...
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    280 Axle part info

    I'm replacing the bearings in my Bell housing "Flywheel cover" It looks like the drive u-joint yoke sits in the aft axle seal ( the aft seal in the bell housing). While the bellhousing axle seals to engine side seal. Anyway the engine side seal point on the shaft is a bit rusty and I was...
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    How to buy an outdrive?

    If I wanted to buy a new outdrive, how would I do this? While looking I see outdrive for sale, but they never contain the transom assembly or the flywheel cover etc. I have found new uppers, new lowers and transom assemblies sold separately, but what about the flywheel covers and y pipes? It...
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    Milky oil in 280 drive and drive Bellow

    I just went to service drive and found water in the drive. I then checked the Bellow by loosening the clamp and milky drive oil came out of the bellow. The Bellow looked ok, 3 years old. I found a split oring on the drain screw, but I did not notice any leaking oil. I pressure checked the...
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    Rebuilding F5B-9 Raw Water Pump

    I cranked the motor the other day and the bearings started smoking, so Im doing the whole rebuild. Anyone done this before? I searched on the web and found info on other pumps that are similar but were not quite the F5B9. Just wondering if it has a split ring, if the bearings need pressed on or...
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    johnson raw water pump leaking 5.7

    johnson raw water pump leaking 5.7 part number 10-24228-1. Same thing happened 7 years ago, water started leaking around the shaft and I replaced it with a new one. Can I just buy a rebuild kit and fix the leak? Thanks Eric
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    Im installing my 350 engine this week!

    I removed my old tired 260hp engine a few months ago and purchased a rebuilt vortec engine to put in. Im finally at the point where the engine is built and ready to install. Im just looking for any advice, tricks and tip to make the install go smooth. Im having the engine installed with a...
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    5.7 motor question

    What is the cover called that mounts around the crank shaft on the rear of the motor? It's the piece that the rear of the oil pan seals/mounts to. I need one and I do not think I have the common term for it. Motor is a 5.7, post 86, pre 96. Block casting 14093638 Thanks Eric
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    350 conversion flywheel info?

    I have a Chevy 350 638 block that I had built with Vortec heads installed, I believe the 638 was used in 87-95 350's. Im replacing an older pre-87 350 that is mounted to an 280 outdrive original to the boat, the one with the intermediate shaft in the bellhousing. Boat is a 1979 albemarle Will...
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    Im replacing my 5.7 in my Albemarle

    I am finally replacing my old raw water cooled 5.7 in my 1979 Albemarle. I recieved a REMAN long block and in the process of building it. I had them build a engine with older block that accepts the mechanical fuel pump and vortec heads. My first question is baffeled or un baffeled oil pan? I...
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    1989 Johnson 100GT alternator?

    First question, Does a 1989 100HP (100GT) Johnson outboard come with an alternator? 2. does anyone know of a good repair manual for this outboard? 3. should the outboard let out a chirp to test the warning horn when the key is turned? Thanks Eric
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    Volvo to Merc?

    So I have a 1979 volvo 350 in a 79 albemarle. It's done! I was just offered a mercuiser 350 from a friend for a very good price, free! I need to go over and see the engine and find out the details, but what if any problems will I have? I know Im jumping the gun by asking questions...
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    Busted a cap of some sort??

    I have a leak on my port side of my Volvo 350. Not sure what it was that busted since it has more than rotted away, maybe a spot for a temp sending unit? Looks like the cap was aluminum, and looks like it was dripping and rotted the spark plug that was under it. I guess I will try and use an...
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    I need 3.75 inch ID (95mm) wet exhaust hose

    Teleflex makes this size, but I cannot find anyone who sells it in length greater than 6in. Marine Exhaust/Water Hose (No Wire) - Series No. 200 12.5 inch length part number is 16-200-3344 Reference http://www.teleflexmarine.com/products/hose/wet-exhaust/ Any help will be greatly...
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    Pictures of 280 exhaust yoke, advice?

    The other side was wearing out and I just installed a longer exhaust hose, but now this side just crumbled. Anyone ever repaired these or do you just replace the whole yoke? If so I think I might find a good used one. Are they hard to swap? Do I have to remove engine? Thanks in advance Eric
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    383 volvo upgrade?

    Ive been following the other 383 upgrade post, lots of good info. At some point I will be doing a engine swap, I too have been looking at the 383 motors. I have a 260hp volvo in my 1979 24 albemarle, (stock except for the edelbrock marine carb) was thinking about adding a 383 with 350 hp and...
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    Riser inspection

    How do you inspect the risers. I have a pair that are 2 years old, I run saltwater into them and flush every time. Im about to replace the exhaust hose that connects to the riser, due to it leaking on the connection to the outdrive side. The outdrive side is slowly wearing away after more...
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