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How to remove spark plugs

Last post by Cooler « July 27th, 2020, 5:49 pm
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by Tbone17 » July 26th, 2020, 5:19 pm

I am wondering how to remove spark plugs on a 220 crusader engine do I have to remove the risers to remove them or can I just unscrew them out?

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July 27th, 2020, 5:49 pm
Impeller replacement

Last post by Cork the Whine « July 21st, 2020, 3:46 pm
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by Bill L » July 9th, 2020, 12:25 pm

Hi! Bought my first boat a month ago, already had to replace the impellers. After replacing them, my starboard engine’s RPM keep dropping From 2500...
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Last post by Cork the Whine View the latest post
July 21st, 2020, 3:46 pm
Engine won't start in timing set up

Last post by wbatkiewicz « July 19th, 2020, 11:57 am
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by wbatkiewicz » July 8th, 2020, 1:48 pm

I have a 1991 Carver aft cabin with twin 454 Crusaders. Starboard engine runs fine in "run mode". Wiring harness off distributor has run...

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July 19th, 2020, 11:57 am
Engine swap, coupler question.

Last post by Beufort « July 9th, 2020, 6:45 pm
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by Beufort » July 5th, 2020, 7:13 pm

So, I’m a sucker who bought something he shouldn’t have, please help before my wife kills me! I have a 85 model montego, 5.7 mercruser alpha 1, its...

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July 9th, 2020, 6:45 pm
Serpentine belt conversion Crusader 350

Last post by bud37 « July 9th, 2020, 4:11 pm
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by mvpacificrose » July 8th, 2020, 7:17 pm

Hi,

I'm upgrading the alternators on my 1986 Carver 3807 with Crusader 350's to Balmar 120 amp models. As part of the upgrade I'm considering...

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July 9th, 2020, 4:11 pm
Dipstick rubber for V-drive

Last post by Dark Horse « July 6th, 2020, 7:37 pm
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by Dark Horse » July 6th, 2020, 12:10 pm

Does anyone know where I can get just the rubber piece that goes on the V-Drive transmission dipstick?
I can find plenty of replacment dipsticks but...

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July 6th, 2020, 7:37 pm
Crusader 350 oil and filter

Last post by g36 « July 6th, 2020, 2:29 pm
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by Torsson » July 3rd, 2020, 3:05 pm

Hello. I have been fighting with overheating on one of the engines for almost a year now. I think the problem is the belt for the impeller becaus i...

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July 6th, 2020, 2:29 pm
454 CI carburetor question

Last post by km1125 « July 3rd, 2020, 1:12 pm
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by VicB » June 24th, 2020, 5:56 pm

Each 454 on my 3807 has Rochester carburetors. This is the interesting part. They have divorced chokes. Meaning they have a separate metal coil...
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July 3rd, 2020, 1:12 pm
Engine cooling system air lock

Last post by tomschauer « July 3rd, 2020, 12:20 pm
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by Metterdvm » May 11th, 2020, 10:16 pm

Hello all,
Wondering if anyone has had this problem before. Launched a new to me 2003 356 with 8.1 Mercruiser Horizon engines this weekend. Both...

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July 3rd, 2020, 12:20 pm
Engine sync gauge vs. rpm's

Last post by mjk1040 « June 30th, 2020, 8:06 pm
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by Dark Horse » June 30th, 2020, 12:41 pm

The other day while taking my boat on its maiden voyage, I noticed that when the engine sync gauge was right in the middle (synced) the rpm's were...

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June 30th, 2020, 8:06 pm
Looking for a Part

Last post by Jangocat « June 24th, 2020, 5:31 pm

by Jangocat » June 24th, 2020, 5:31 pm

Looking for the solenoid/resistor cover for our Waukesha 302 Fords. These are 1975 engines so it's probably wishful thinking. Jim

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June 24th, 2020, 5:31 pm
Kohler 6.5 on 1994 390CPMY shuts doen

Last post by tonyiiiafl « June 24th, 2020, 3:30 am
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by tonyiiiafl » June 20th, 2020, 7:53 pm

Her is a stumper for me. My Genset has always been very reliable. However, today, it shut down suddenly. It restarted after a few moments, and ran...
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June 24th, 2020, 3:30 am
3807 both Transmissions stuck in reverse

Last post by VicB « June 22nd, 2020, 2:50 pm
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by Matt1989Carver3807 » June 8th, 2020, 7:19 pm

Hello,
looking for a little help,,( 1989 3807 Aft Cabin) I was underway yesterday i got about 1000 feet from the dock and when I shifted into...

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June 22nd, 2020, 2:50 pm
Thermostat Help

Last post by Jangocat « June 20th, 2020, 11:46 pm
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by Jangocat » June 18th, 2020, 12:41 pm

Hi Group, I need to locate a couple of thermostats. These are for a Waukesha Ford 302's. The number on the stat is ST 358 170*. Can't seem to cross...

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June 20th, 2020, 11:46 pm
00 356, Kohler 7_3E Has mind of its own!

Last post by Viper « June 18th, 2020, 10:42 pm
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by Mark2000356 » June 4th, 2020, 7:27 pm

First post... First Carver owned.

My Kohler generator has mind of its own. Some days it will run from the time we leave slip to the time return 8...

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June 18th, 2020, 10:42 pm
Crusader 8.1 oil filter

Last post by buster53 « June 18th, 2020, 3:31 pm
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by buster53 » June 18th, 2020, 2:09 pm

OK, I have Crusader 8.1's Captains Choice, 385 HP.
Crusader oil filter part # 22679 has been replaced by part # R077001.

What are comparable oil...

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June 18th, 2020, 3:31 pm
97' 355 AC, Fuel Selector Switch

Last post by g36 « June 15th, 2020, 2:09 pm
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by Cork the Whine » June 15th, 2020, 10:22 am

Hi all,

We own a "new to us" boat. My question regards the fuel selector valves w/ twin Crusader 454's. I recently filled up the three...

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June 15th, 2020, 2:09 pm
2001 350 mag mpi audio oil sensor part number

Last post by bud37 « June 14th, 2020, 1:15 pm
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by Dark Horse » June 11th, 2020, 7:10 pm

Hello all,
I have a 2001 350 Mag Mpi that has a bad oil pressure sensor switch. This is the switch that causes the audio alarm. Oil pressure is just...

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Last post by bud37 View the latest post
June 14th, 2020, 1:15 pm
Low WOT rpm on Santego 3467

Last post by Viper « June 3rd, 2020, 6:52 am
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by BarryK » May 26th, 2020, 11:27 pm

Hi all,

I'm not getting full rpm at wide open throttle, both engines. I will troubleshoot but I want to make sure that the propeller size is in the...

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Last post by Viper View the latest post
June 3rd, 2020, 6:52 am
Distributors for Crusader 454XL?

Last post by Tarpley3 « June 1st, 2020, 10:49 pm
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by Tarpley3 » May 30th, 2020, 5:40 pm

I've got a 1995 370 Voyager with twin 454XL. The starboard HEI Ignition Module went bad and was replaced. The Cap and rotor were also worn, I had the...

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June 1st, 2020, 10:49 pm
How to select fuel sending unit?

Last post by jrafaello « May 31st, 2020, 12:58 pm
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by CptBacardi » July 14th, 2018, 11:17 am

My gas gauge needle sits all the way on empty and occasionally jumps rapidly to mid level and back down again. I suspect I need to replace the fuel...
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Last post by jrafaello View the latest post
May 31st, 2020, 12:58 pm
Genset Puzzle

Last post by denpooch « May 30th, 2020, 9:14 am
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by denpooch » May 20th, 2020, 8:36 pm

Hey folks. Here is one for the experts.
I have a 2005 vintage Kohler 7.3 generator. Its a well maintained unit, new impellers every year, new carb 2...
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May 30th, 2020, 9:14 am
Transmission/Damper Plate Noise

Last post by Cooler « May 12th, 2020, 10:17 am
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by riwanika » May 11th, 2020, 6:14 pm

Can anyone confirm if this sounds like a failed damper plate? Please see the link below to my video:

The following has been done and checked:...

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Last post by Cooler View the latest post
May 12th, 2020, 10:17 am
Generator blew a hole through Venalift muffler.

Last post by bvcllc « May 8th, 2020, 8:02 am
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by bvcllc » April 20th, 2020, 6:28 am

Hello. I'm new here and new to boating. I purchased a 1988 4207 Carver AFT
cabin. I've been having problems keeping the generator running. It seems...
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Last post by bvcllc View the latest post
May 8th, 2020, 8:02 am
Electronic Ignition

Last post by RGrew176 « May 6th, 2020, 1:29 am
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by RGrew176 » May 1st, 2020, 11:50 pm

This looks like the year I will finally install electronic ignition in my Carver. I am going to use my stimulus check and stimulate my mechanics...

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May 6th, 2020, 1:29 am

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