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    Ford 5.0 EFI - Timing Question

    Hi Guys, After a couple months of building up a new long block and moving /replacing parts from my old engine, it's in the boat and running. I put about an hour of time on it in the driveway, but waited until it was installed to perform final setup. Here is my question. She's running...
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    Starting a a new lonblock - crane or cradle?

    I am just about ready to fire off my new long block outside the boat to test it. I was going to build a cradle, but for the few minutes I am going to run it, and the fact that it is on a 4 ton engine crane with 4 ton chain, makes me wonder why go through the effort of building the cradle for...
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    New Ford 5.0 Long Block - need a little guidence

    Hi Folks, Got a new Ford 5.0 long block setup for EFI. It's a vintage '94/'95 Volvo/OMC joint venture setup.. I am reading through the shop manual on installing things like the lower intake and timing chain cover etc.. They are talking about a variety of OEM sealants and adhesives as well as...
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    Aftermarket Replacement for Volvo 854357 Trim Relay

    I did a search and the only post I found was this: http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?t=371986&highlight=854357 Through some Googling I think I have cross referenced it to a MESRL004 and a ARCR040. Both of these I can find at places like ebasic power for short $$ (around 15.00). But I...
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    Burning through shift cables

    Hey Guys, Been doing more lurking than posting the past few months. Here's the story. I am on my third shift cable (for a VP SX Duo) in three seasons, and the one I replaced last year had only a half dozen trips on it. These are Teleflex used on a single lever dual function control. The...
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    I'm Bored

    Have not even winterized yet and I am tapping my foot waiting for spring. Just sayin'
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    Rebuilt engine is a dog out of the hole

    Hey guys. I am about 8 hours into my break in period. Thanks for the advice on that. But here is my present issue. During this time I have been trying to get her timed right. I have a horrible time getting up on plane. Once I am up She runs great. I have been making some long runs so I am...
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    Rebuilt Engine Break In

    Hi Folks, Been quite a while since I popped my head in here. Been a crazy summer with household stuff which resulted in Zero boating :(. Anyhow I just installed my newly rebuilt 1995 5.0 EFI Ford. I had some water intrusion back in April from a failed riser and being a 1995 I figured if...
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    Custom gunnel project - Fastener advice needed

    I have a project going where I am swapping my L-shaped lounge for a custom transom wall. I am interesting in ideas on how to secure the wall on the cockpit side without impeding the engine hatch opening. The base of the new wall will be secured to the same hinges that held the L-lounge, so it...
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    Gel Coat Newbie - OOPS!

    I usually do all my posting in Tech, so I guess I should hi to this forum. HI! I decided to give a shot at performing some gelcoat repairs. I have never done it before. I bought some gelcoat paste and mixed it up according to the directions. I applied it and let it sit overnight. I just...
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    Power Steering Gremlins

    Hi Guys, Been a while since i had a good problem to post here :) I noticed this happening once on my last trip out and then today it happened a LOT, all at low RPM's Simply put my steering locks up.. I will be turning the wheel as easy as pie with one finger and then BAM!, it's stopped dead...
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    Waste line replacement Four Winns 238 Vista

    OK, not exactly an engine problem, except it keeps me from wanting to do maintenece, so I'm using that as my argument for posting in here ;-)! Couldn't find another place that seemed better and since I live in this forum it seemed as good as place as any. Sorry if it's Off Topic.. I am 80%...
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    Fishfinder Advice

    I am looking to upgrade my fish finding capabilities but am thoroughly confused. I have a Garmin GPSMAP 168 that has a 150 watt sounder built in.<br /><br />I was initially told I want a unit with at least 350 watts and something that will identify structures. When I look at that class of...
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    Need Prop advice - Newbie

    I have a 1984 Bayliner Cierra, 21 ft with an AQ125 4 cyl Volvo and a 280 outdrive. I spent the past year overhauling the engine and she runs like a charm. gave her a water test for the first time (NEVER BUY A BOAT WITHOUT A WATER TEST - LESSON LEARNED!!!) this weekend and it went well. The...
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    Need Prop advice - Newbie

    I have a 1984 Bayliner Cierra, 21 ft with an AQ125 4 cyl Volvo and a 280 outdrive. I spent the past year overhauling the engine and she runs like a charm. gave her a water test for the first time (NEVER BUY A BOAT WITHOUT A WATER TEST - LESSON LEARNED!!!) this weekend and it went well. The...
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