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    aq145a exhaust manifold hot

    Hi there.I have not been on for a long time and secking some help.I have new head on my aq145a,just got it started and have had river test and every thing went good.I went out to the sea and have noticed that the exhaust manifold is getting very hot on number one cylinder and also the heat...
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    AQ145a verus AQ145b

    Want to know what are the differances.Can a head from AQ145b fit Aq145a I know the cam is a K cam and AQ145a is V cam. I plan to change the cam and gear.Is this feasible and what traps am I going to look forward to. Thanks Stan Western Australia. Ps I would like to know where I can get a AQ145A...
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    AQ145A Head.

    I would like to know if anybody knows where I can get hold of a AQ145A head as mine is corroded on number 4.Hopefully in Australia,because that's where I am. Thanks Stan
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    AQ145A Sparkplug leeds

    I am about to change my spark I am about to change my spark plug leeds and would like to know if its a good idea to get silicon leeds or copper wire leeds.Is there a preferance that I should use. Stan
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    Solas propellor

    "I have seen a propellor on eb "I have seen a propellor on ebay and am wondering what the performance I gan expect,Any body wants to make comments will be appreciated,I have a AQ145A with a 280 leg.16 1/2 foot SWIFTCRAFT HULL. At the moment i am achiving 5500 plus revs if I want to.I dont puss...
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    Aq145a

    "I think I have some problems "I think I have some problems coming,I will discribe and would like input please. 1.Over the last 2 time out I have noticed loss on cioolant in the heat exchanger and today put in about i litre of water.cannot see any visable external leeks and I have replaced the...
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    AQ145A seawater pump

    I have just purchased a "c I have just purchased a "cross piece" rubber that fits between the sea water pump and the motor and have noticed that one end of the steel that is inside the cross piece to rebated and was wondering if any one can tell me if the redate section goes towards the engine...
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    318 starter motor

    I am looking for where i can g I am looking for where i can get a 318 chrysler starter motor 9 tooth and 25mm dia .any help please
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    AQ145A

    Does the valve timing have a g Does the valve timing have a great effect on the power/pereformance if the distributor is moved to compensate for being a tooth out.any comments please Stan
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    Bosch points

    went to the auto store and ask went to the auto store and asked for a set of points for my AQ145A and they looked at the book and said they only had 1 set of points for volvo 4 cyl.they gave me a set with the number GB 752.wondering if anyone knows if this cross referance with the one I should...
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    AQ145A discussionwarm up

    "I have changed my oil to a re "I have changed my oil to a recommended range 15/40 as per EL's suggestion.The differance I have noticed: Engine is harder to turn over on startup.I realalise that when the motor heats up that the oil pressure will be better for the engine when it heats up.I have...
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    SMC270 propellor

    Antbody heard of this pro.need Antbody heard of this pro.need help in determing the size and pits and help please Stan
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    Cap for strainer

    I would like to know if anyone I would like to know if anyone can tell me if this part will fit my stainer.I have done search's but cannot find anything on it.It is a volvo part .the discription is all i have and a part number."Cap 17889 Stainlees steel. Anybody help Thanks Stan
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    Volvo prop

    "need so info /feedback in a h "need so info /feedback in a hurry,action finishs in 7 hrs.any body help.I have A Aq145a with 280 drive.have at the moment 15 X 17 prop.tried a 14 X 19 and thats good.have lots of spare revs available on both of these props.have a chance at aquiring a 14 3/4 X 19...
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    AQ145A carby

    "Just was about to use a sync "Just was about to use a sync gauge on my carby and pulled the little pipe that squirts the fuel into the carby and noticed a small piece of rod inside where the tube goes.Its about 1/8"th diam and about 3/16"long.My question is does it supposed to be there It...
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