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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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    270 outdrive Dash light stays on even when the drive is down

    "The dash light on my motor li "The dash light on my motor lift button stays on at all times. yes, it goes all the way down. and yes I hold the button until it stops completely. The drive must be locking into place because I've never had a problem operationally. But the light just wont go...
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    1989 cobra 43 exhaust bellows look bad advice needed please

    "I noticed that my exhaust bel "I noticed that my exhaust bellows is cracking at the folds and looks not so great. Is this something that will give me trouble if not replaced asap? If so, is it a tough job to do? btw, the U-joint bellows were replaced last season and look good. Thanks! Ken"
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    Cam gear seal leak aq125a

    I ran her hard for about an ho I ran her hard for about an hour today. It's the longest I've run her that hard in a while. Ran great. Love the new EI module...but... I did notice that I am now getting an oil leak (small puddle maybe .5 oz) that was in the bilge just under the exhaust manifold...
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    El Pescadorcan you pleasse recommend spark plugs

    "I just added the pertronix EI "I just added the pertronix EI on my aq125a. Sould I use the factory plugs and gap them a bit wider...or are there other spark plugs you might recommend? Thank you! btw, my idle went up a couple hundred rpms from just installing the EI unit."
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    Pertronix Ignition aq125a

    "El P, you were dead on right. "El P, you were dead on right. I installed the electrinic ignition system over the weekend. It fires right up and idles even when cold. HUGE difference from the cold blooded, hard starting I used to have to deal with.... If anyone out there is still on the...
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