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    Trol o matic on a 454??

    Considering installing a Trolomatic on my outdrive so I can troll for fish. I contacted the maker of the product and he wasn't sure if it would work on a 25ft boat with a 454. Has anyone tried it???
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    Accessories put on after engine was rebuilt

    Looking for advice and suggestions for putting on all the accessories to my engine. First challenge: Manifold and risers installation. How do I know which side of the engine the manifold and risers are installed. thank you, Sea lah
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    Installing prop. Need torque for nut.

    Had my lower unit replaced on my outdrive. Installing SS prop, but not sure how much torque to use for the large nut. thank you, Sea~lah:huh:
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    No pressure relief on dock water supply! Tank expanding!!!

    When I connect to dock water supply my tank overfills and I only have a small amount of water coming out of my overflow valve at the side of the hull. My water tank became bulbous with the water pressure on it. When I took the water inlet cap off the side of the boat, I had an explosion of water...
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    Engine back-fires at wide open throttle. 7.4liter

    Boat is new to me. Still working out bugs since I put it in the water a few weeks ago. I drained the gas tank before launching, added fresh high test fuel. New plugs, new raw water pump impeller, new water separator, new elbow risers, removed approx one quart of engine oil (it was...
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    bad connections behind switch panel! How do I remove the panel on 250 dancer???

    I have a loose or bad connection behind switch panel. Can't seem to find where the problem is. I have no cockpit lights, cabin lights, water system etc... When I put my hand under the panel with all the wiring hanging there my stereo goes on and off. I need to remove the switch panel to get...
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    Water pump "Hot" to touch after shower on board, OK????

    I had a few problems with my water pump (brass bushing would pop out-but it's fixed). Just took my first shower on board this morning, I have some water in the cabin right where the first step is to go on deck. Not sure where it came from? However, my real question is how hot does the water-pump...
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    Dip-stick length for a 7.4liter. Help!!!

    My dip stick shows that I have way too much oil in my engine. However, I noticed that the dip stick is extremely hard to push in, when there's about 4inches left to push in. It feels like I'm bending it in the bottom of the crank-case. I think I have the wrong size dip-stick. Could someone with...
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    Replacing Exhaust Risers only! Suggestions for installation on my 7.4L?

    I've been informed that my risers are rotted (bought boat in October) Just purchased new risers from ******* .com (117.00 each). They'll be delivered in a few days. Plan on installing them later this week. Wondering if someone can walk me through removal of the old and installation of the new...
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    De-winterizing hot water tank?

    Can't seem to find the hose that belongs to the upper section of the hot water tank. :huh: Please see pic. Any suggestions would be appreciated!!!!
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    Loose stancions! Adhesive chalk or silicone ?

    I have some loose stanchions (evident of my stained headliner). Instead of just tightening the bolts I thought I'd add some chalk to the bolt holes first. If you have done this yourself, please share your experience. Not sure which chalk to use? Silicone or an adhesive chalk? Thank you in...
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    Running Temp of 7.4L? (at idle)

    Started my dancer for the first time, this year. (purchased last fall) She sounded great! The engine was pretty hot to touch though, not sure if that was normal. I did have muffs on, and water was flowing freely through the engine. The engine temp read a constant 180 degrees, once she...
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    Replacement of Gear-Lube plastic bottle?

    I found a small crack in the bottom of my reservoir bottle of gear lube. Where is the best place to order a new one, or can I repair it?:smt021 Thank you
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    Draining fuel tank! Nothing coming out??? Shes 3/4 full. Please help!

    I just spent the last hour trying to drain my fuel tank. My gauge reads 3/4 full. I connected a hose up from the bilge onto the hose that connects to the fuel filter. No fuel is coming out of the hose. I tried suctioning with a pump-nothing! I tried removing the gas cap- nothing. What am I...
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    Bravo I stern drive???

    Boat is new to me as of Oct 2010. I would like to change the lower unit oil. If this is a Bravo 1 there should be a vent screw on the starboard side of the outdrive. right? I have a drain plug at the very bottom of the skeg, but where is the vent skrew?
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    Cleaning Air Filter on my 7.4?

    I removed my air filter last night. 1. What is the best way to clean it? 2. Do I need to spray it with oil or something before re-installing it? thank you for your help Happy Easter!
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    Replacing Plugs from NGK to Autolight- Ok?

    Replacing my plugs and want to confirm that the new one are ok! Went to my local Napa store and they sold me Autolite 144 to replace my NGK plugs. 1. Was that a correct purchase? 2. Do I need to measure the gap? Thank you for any suggestion!!!! Linda
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    Solid Brass Whisper Latch

    Brand new, never used! Includes all installation hardware. $5 each 6 available.
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    Raw Water Iimpellar!!!! Yikes!!! 2 of 8 vanes gone !!!!!

    I was in the process of reinstalling the two hoses at the bottom of my engine. Before connecting them I reached inside of the plastic water-pump cap. I pulled out pieces of the impellar. Great! Now what! (I just bought the boat(used), in the fall).:smt021 Well, I figured out how to remove...
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    Home for brass plugs???

    Cleaning bilge , discovered two brass plugs. There was one on each side of the engine. I can't seem to find where they belong!!:smt021
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