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    Volvo Penta AQ130D - Engine Test Question

    For mine, I made up a remote starter box with power to the coil and starter. I used a handheld laser thermometer to keep an eye on the temp and also added a temporary oil pressure gage. For the initial start, had to put a few teaspoons of gas in each carb. Also put the gas can up on a ladder so...
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    Potential Drama

    Take a look at these pictures and try to describe the hole you're talking about a little better. Most of the bolt holes you see are empty and they would not be the source of the leak. There is a small brass tube going from the bottom of the thermostat housing to the head. This one requires a...
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    AQ series lift wiring

    Thanks Rick. I changed the drawing a bit to make it easier to read. I'll start with making sure that I have proper signal from the switch to the end of the wiring harness (the plug you mentioned). I'll certainly try the trick of using contact cleaner, but right now, all three pins have nice...
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    AQ series lift wiring

    I have the AQ280 out drive. Over time, it started sporadically not working, i.e., sometimes it worked, and other times it didn't. Finally quit working, although both relays did click at that time. Pulled the mechanism, cleaned everything up, changed the bearings, and tested it again. On the...
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    Unable to reassemble AQ280 lift mechanism

    Took lift mechanism apart to investigate it occasionally not working. Putting it back together and the top won't thread completely onto the base. Leaves about a 1/4 to 3/8 inch gap. If I take out the spring, it threads in completely as it should. Take out the top bearing and leave the spring in...
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    AQ 130 valves have "snapping" noise

    I've rebuilt a AQ130C and started it up. There's a noise in the valve train that isn't there in my other operating engine. When I turn it over by hand, each valve/pushrod makes a snapping noise just before it reaches it's full travel on the opening sequence. This is a new cam and new lifters but...
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    VP-270 with 90 wt?

    Here's the test procedure out of the manual:
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    volvo B20 & B30 mounts the same??????

    Realistically, you don't need the front mounts as long as your transom is in good shape. My boat, with an aq130D, was built in 1976 and it's still holding strong. It's up to you but it just seems to be a lot of extra work.
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    Morse thottle/shifter neutral lock issue

    Here are some pictures of mine. I think it's the same with different trim. Looks like you would have to remove a plate to get to the internals but it sounds like your problem would be in there.
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    Long Hub Prop on Standard (Short) Shaft

    There are some differences in these that aren't allways obvious. Mine is an older 280 outdrive with the 4 cylinder gear ratio. The shaft is not drilled and I use the locking tab washer. Here's a picture of a long hub prop on an older AQ280: Here are the short hub and long hub props side by...
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    what to change/check when the 350 is out of the boat

    If you don't want to change the bearings, it would at least be a good idea to get the old chunks of dried grease out of there and clean things up. Not meaning to disrespect a professional mechanic, I'm just thinking that after 30 years, it could stand cleaning up and fresh grease verified in the...
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    Prop for standard shaft 270 outdrive

    I bought a Solas 15" x 19, 4 blade, short hub and there is room inside the flange to bend the tabs if you use an offset screwdriver.
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    AQ131 connection pipe help

    I believe this is the diagraqm for your arrangement but you'll need to make sure: It appears that the copper pipe fits into the socket on the plastic suction fitting and has a square cut o-ring seal. That type of arrangement is used on other pipe connections as well. You need to use some care...
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    AQ280 gearbox split ring space rwear

    Re: AQ280 gearbox split ring spacer wear WOW - I was really off!!!! Thanks for setting me straight. My brother and I will will go take another look.
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    AQ280 gearbox split ring space rwear

    Before putting the gearbox back on the outdrive, decided to check the clearance between the split ring spacer and the top nut on the gearbox. The manual calls for clearance of 0.004-0.020". Mine is at 0.013". Wondering if I should go ahead and replace the washer now, even though it's still in...
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