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    Prop stuck on shaft...is there a trick to getting it off?

    Is there a trick to getting a prop off the shaft. Mine appears to be corroded on. I squirted some penetrating oil on it but it doesnt seem to help. Is there a puller that will work for that or do I need to cut it off? Thanks Ken
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    Major malfunction - corroded exhaust port

    This is a picture of the port prior to the repair. I'm sorry to say that I dont have an after picture because I wasnt there when they put the exhaust manifold back on. A picture now would just show the manifold and not be useful. The cost was 2 hours labor @ $100.00 per hour (good ole CA...
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    Major malfunction - corroded exhaust port

    I removed the exhaust manifold to replace the leaking manifold gasket. The exhaust manifold was in near ferfect condition... the exhaust port on the head (#4 I think, farthest back) is all corroded and there is only about 1/16" left for the gasket to seal upon. It is possible to have the head...
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    aq125a Exhaust manifold leak, gasket question

    I've got a fairly new exhaust manifold (7 yrs ago, VERY light fresh water use) that recently developed a leak (not a water leak, exhaust leak). With a hose to my ear... I can tell its coming from the the rear cylinder. The others are fine. questions: 1. do I need a VP "marine" gasket set or...
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    270 OD lift relay help please

    My lift wouldnt go up, only down. I traced it down to a bad relay. Took the relay to the parts store and they had an aftermarket one with the same pins/specs. plugged it in... the lift works no problems up and down. Only problem... the new relay is about 1/4 inch bigger and taller than the old...
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    Auto part suitable for aq125a?

    El_P or anyone: I need to get a new intake manifold gasket (for my weber kit). will the B21 auto gasket work or do I need a VP gasket? Any advice re: to use (or not to use) RTV or some other goop? Thanks! Ken
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    just got the weber conversion kit

    I just purchased the weber conversion kit (carb and manifold) for my aq125 on ebay for $265 / shipped. Yes it is used but supposed to be in good shape. We'll see. I am curious to hear from others that have done this conversion. I noticed on some previous posts that some had to fabricate...
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    aq125a drip from sea water pump

    Just recently replaced my impeller and gasket. I notieced a slightl drip from the back side of the pump. Seloc books says replace the seal on the back side of the pump. I cant find just the seal. I find the rebuild kit with shaft, seal and bushigns for about $100. I dont mind spending the $ if I...
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    considering the weber conversion

    for my aq125a, my research here suggests that I will like the results. question: what will the cam swap cost me (parts), will I have any luck finding a used one? should I even consider that? and will I notice a big difference with the upgraded cam? Thanks! El P? Ricardo? do you have a cam to...
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    270 OD, film of oil when launched

    When I put the boat in the water a slight film of oil comes off the top of the OD. Not a ton but enough to notice. when I check the OD dipstick.. the drive oil is clear and clean so I dont think I'm getting any water intrusion. Is this condition normal? Thanks in advance. The info provided...
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    Changing TB, should I also consider... 1983 270

    1983 aq1125a / 270 I'm getting ready to change the Timing Belt & tensioner. Should I also consider the following while I am in there? 1. changing out the circulating water pump 2. taking apart and cleaning the heat exchanger and/or replacing seals/gaskets 3. rebuilding the alternator ...
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    aq125 oil leak at cam gear area?

    I'm getting ready to replace the timing belt... its due. I noticed yesterday when I had been on the water for about an hour that there was a small pool of oil directly under my heat exchanger. I traced it up and it appears to be coming from the cam gear area? is there a cam main seal that goes...
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    I rebuilt my solex on aq 125a... now I cant

    Now I cant get it to idle. Got a rebuild kit... but there were several gasket options. there was a thick one for the intake manifold to carb and a thin one. I went with the thicker one.... should I try the other? does it matter? also... what should the adjustment be on the needle valve...
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    aq125a / 270 Stuck in down position, wont go up

    My 270 OD is stuck in the down position & wont come up. This is a problem because I cant get it on the trailer without dragging the OD on the pavement. can I get it up manuually? I tried the electrical connections... it makes a click sound when trying to make it go down... nada when you try to...
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    Bad fuel in just 21 days

    I was at the local marine part I was at the local marine parts store and I overheared the mechanic telling a customer that todays gas can go from 89 octane to about 70 in just 21 days w/o stabilizer. Can that be true or was he just trying to sell the guy some Stabilizer? I have some gas from...
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