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    Switching drives

    I have a 2000 Regal with twin Volvo 4.3 gl's with sx counter rotating drives, are there any issues with switching these drives around. Thanks, Brian
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    Purchasing new engine

    I am looking at purchasing a new 4.3 Volvo longblock from Performance Product Technologies. Does anyone have any experience with this Company. Do they sell a quality product? Will they stand behind their product etc. Or is there another rebuilder that you recommend? Thank you, Brian
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    Issues with high temp fuel

    #1 Yesterday, 12:03 PM blrnar Cadet Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 18 1997 Mercruiser 7.4 liter MPI hot fuel? -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The above engine has the cool fuel system, my question is "is it normal for the fuel...
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    1997 Mercruiser 7.4 liter MPI hot fuel?

    The above engine has the cool fuel system, my question is "is it normal for the fuel line downstream of the fuel/water separator to be so hot after running it for an hour that I cannot hold my hand on it for more than 15 secs. What type of problems would this high temp cause and why would the...
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    Engine will not reach operating temperature

    Hi, this engine is a 2000 Volvo penta 4.3 gl(carb) ,this engine always runs cold, replaced the thermostat and tested the new thermostat, however engine still runs way too cool, I can touch the intake manifold as well as the thermostat housing and they are both cool to the touch. What would...
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    2000 Volvo Penta seawater pump leaking

    For the above engine my raw water pump is leaking where the discharge plastic sleeve is fitted into the pump, I assume there are "O" rings on the sleeve to give a water tight seal. How do I remove this sleeve? Thanks, Brian
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    2000 Volvo Penta 4.3 Gl

    For the above engine my raw water pump is leaking where the discharge plastic sleeve is fitted into the pump, I assume there are "O" rings on the sleeve to give a water tight seal. How do I remove this sleeve? Thanks, Brian
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    Low rpms on starboard engine

    I have a 2000 Regal with twin 4.3 volvo penta GL's carbed, I took the boat out last week and both engines ran perfect. However I took the boat out tonight and the starboard engine was only putting out 3700 rpms compared to the port engine which was turning at 4250 rpms. both at full throttle...
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    Faria Temperature Gauges

    I have a 2000 Regal 2660 and the temperature gauge has power going to it, as the needle jumps up when the ignition is turned on. I have checked the wire from the sensor to the gauge and it is ok. I ran a jumper wire from the sensor wire to ground and turned the ignition on with no difference...
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    vacuum gauge placement

    I want to set up the carb on a 2000 Volvo Penta 4.3liter . Can somone tell me where I can hook up a vacuum gauge on this engine.? Thanks, Brian
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    Fiberglass hull repair

    I have a 3/16 hole that has been mistakenly drilled in the bottom of my hull, can someone tell me the best way and the most appropriate material to use to repair the hole, the thickness of the hull is aprox. 3/8 " Thank you
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