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    kghost replied to the thread 2018 6.2 Mercruiser.
    Facebook Groups A note of caution, if the deal looks too good, it most likely is. But, there are a lot of good parts and deals.
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    kghost replied to the thread lower bearing carrier.
    Need more context, Why are you doing this? What was wrong and what did you do to repair it? Try not to leave out ANY details
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    kghost replied to the thread At my wits end.
    He is dealing with a very old system. Your fix does not apply and futher more, its not that the switch isnt working it is the movement...
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    It looks like the left it that way on purpose so if anyone undid the bottle and ran it and did not re winterize or put bottle back in...
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    Well, Thats why I also included the use of COPPER ANTISIEZE.
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    When you get this to work, Coat the screws and threaded holes wiyh, Dielectric grease and you can get a tube at any auto parts store...
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    kghost replied to the thread gimble bearing.
    https://www.marineengine.com/parts/mercruiser-sterndrive-parts/bravo-three/0b664190-thru-0f729999/gimbal-housing Item 9 in list. Merc...
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    Based on year of your boat/engine, Most likely the accelorator pump needs replacement. This requires rebuild. if you can do it ypurself...
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    A 5.0 EFI is what? 230-260 hp. But not very high on the torque numbers. The boat is 26 ft long and probably weighs in at 5000 lbs +...
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    kghost replied to the thread 98 5.0 Mercruiser Replacement.
    A 5.0 and 5.7 of the same model years (as they use the same for a few years) are an easy swap. All external parts are...
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    kghost replied to the thread Steering loose on Alpha 1 Gen 2.
    Not so. The bolts that pinch the gimbal ring are shoulder bolts. They have only so much thread. If you remove them first and add an 1/8...
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    kghost replied to the thread 454 Generation V upgrade.
    I get it, Cam Shaft change would be the easiest to make gains. Look up factory specs on your current cam and then look at mercs higher...
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    kghost replied to the thread 454 Generation V upgrade.
    Yes, That should discussed with an engine builder/machine shop. To many opinions to be had here. Obvious upgrades would be CAM, intake...
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    kghost replied to the thread Mercruiser 8.2 lack of power.
    I believe this is EFI, he mentions fuel rail pressure.
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    kghost replied to the thread Alpha 1 upper destroyed.
    Remember, getting your WOT data is a way to determine if you drive ratio and prop are correct for your boat. It is not saying you should...
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