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    Can you get a "generic" water temp sending unit for AQ 260A?

    Has anyone ever changed out the water temp sending unit on a 260A with a generic unit...or do you have to get the Volvo part?
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    Volvo 260A Thermostat 140 or 160?

    Hi All, Recently I've heard if you're running primarily in fresh water, you can go to a 160 degree thermostat to make the engine run better....(not as rich)....and that this would help at higher altitudes...say 3700 ft (Lake Powell) Thoughts?
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    what to change/check when the 350 is out of the boat

    Hi All, My 30 yr old (800 hr) 350 Chevy/Volvo is out of the boat. Any thoughts on what to change/check before installing? I replaced the rusty oil pan... Any way to check freeze plugs? THX!
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    Is Patching this Transom Possible?...or safe?

    The wood around the keyhole seems good... is there a viable patch that could be used here? epoxy? Git Rot? Sea cast? I'd prefer to USE the boat this year...and redo the entire transom over the winter. Thanks for your response. Russ
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    compression test in 1979 350 Chevy/Volvo

    Hi All, My 1979 AQ260A 350 Chevy ...820 hrs in mostly salt water...about 200 hrs on new heads I did.... It runs about 145psi in all cyl except #3 which is 130-135psi Since I've got the engine out now....would you replace it....or go for another 5 years....and bring a kicker for insurance...
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    Ethenol and fuel system prolems

    Hi, I hear so much about how E-10 and soon E-15 will ruin our boat motors....and how you can't leave it in your tank over the winter.... Any thoughts? Russ
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    removing leaking exhaust yoke on Volvo 260A

    Hi, has anyone figured out how to do this without removing the motor...:) and anyone have experience in welding these to fix the leak? Thanks, Russ
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