I'm running a Mercruiser 350 Mag / Alpha One in a 1987 Four Winns Liberator. The new ignition amplifier isn't stamped with the timing advance, mine is stamped V822. The wiring harness is for a Thunderbolt 5 mine is a Thunderbolt 4. I believe ignition amps are set for different timings. Its an...
As I'm replacing the sensor in the distributor, I notice the rotor comes off the shaft easily. My understanding is the rotor should fit very tight on the shaft. Should I just use LocTite when I reinstall it?
After diagnosing my ignition problem as the sensor in the distributor,it looks like an easy fix. So there must be more to it. Anything else I should be awae of as I replace the unit?
Hi folks, I cant seem to find this manual in pdf. My engine serial # is
OB531059. If someone could please post a link, I would appreciate it.
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OEM Mercruiser ignition amplifiers are close to 3 times the price of aftermarket. Anyone have opinions about this part being replaced by aftermarket or is it best to stay OEM with this one?
I`m doing the exhaust manifold/elbow on a 1987 Merc 350 Mag. There are 4 bolts on the lower part of the manifold in a horizontal row. The bolts on either end are easily accessible. The 2 bolts in the middle are almost flush with the manifold making it near impossible to get a socket on it. Port...
Replacing manifolds and elbows on 1987 Mercruiser 350 Mag. Lots of aftermarket kits, trying to determine which brand to use. Anyone have opinions on the best aftermarket exhaust kits?
It seems everyone wants to charge at least $1400 to replace risers and manifolds. Someone please suggest a good aftermarket brand because it looks like a fairly easy job so I'll do it myself.
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This has probably been beat to death but since I'm new on the forum, I'll ask. Comparable in price are the rebuilt SEI and Mercury outdrives, Alpha One specifically. Has anyone been running an SEI for a while? Comments on performance?
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