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Mercury and Mercruiser Topics

Wednesday, February 15th, 2012

CATEGORY	DESCRIPTION
Mercury Certified Pre-Owned	What is Mercury CPO product? Does CPO product have a warranty? Why is it cheaper?
Mercruiser Gen II Cool Fuel Pump Replacements	The Gen II cool fuel pump is being replaced by pump/cooler kits. This service bulletin covers the various available options.
Mercruiser Gen III Cool Fuel Module	A new Gen III cool fuel module is being introduced to replace the existing Gen III module. Engines with serial numbers above the range listed are equipped with the new module from the factory. The primary difference between the designs is the method of connecting the cooling water hoses to the module.
Mercruiser Ignition Control Module Kit’s	Replacement Kits for Thunderbolt IV Ignition Control Module
Mercruiser Installation Drawings	Find all the latest Mercruiser installations drawings for both inboards and sterndrives.
Mercruiser Maintenance Parts	Find all your Mercruiser Maintenance Parts from Mercruiser Cooling System Impellers to Mercruiser Propellers, to Mercruiser Electrical Accessories.
Mercury Marine Part Number Format	Mercury Marine utilizes a specific format system with their Inboard & Outboard Parts. This article covers the proper formatting and part identification used with Mercury Marine & MerCruiser Part Numbers for both 2 stroke & 4 stroke outboard models as well as Sterndrives and Inboards
Mercruiser Rigging Info	Mercruiser Rigging Information
Mercruiser Special Tools	Find your Mercruiser tools including bellows expansion tools, hinge pin tools and engine diagnostic computers.
Mercruiser Serpentine Belt Changes	I had the old plastic Sea Water pump pulley that was discontinued. What are my options for replacing this pulley?
Mercruiser Seawater Pump Changes	I have the old 2 piece seawater pump housing. What is the latest seawater pump housing that replaces mine?
Mercruiser Shift Interrupt Switch Changes	I Need to Replace My Mercrusier Shift Interrupt Switch but The Switch Is No Longer Available. What Do I Do?
Mercruiser Serial Numbers	Where to find your Mercruiser serial number.
Mercury Outboard Serial Tag Location	Where to find your Mercury Outboard Motor serial number/tag location.
Mercury Marine Smartcraft & VesselView Products	Mercury Marine SmartCraft & VesselView Mobile Products and Information.
Mercury Marine Smartcraft Engine Guardian System Alarms	How to distinguish the various audible alarms associated with Mercury Marine’s Engine Guardian protection system.
Mercruiser Thermostat Housing No Longer Available	I have the older Mercruiser p/n 16413 type thermostat housing which is no longer available. What is the part number of the correct replacement thermostat housing?
Mercruiser Stainless Thermostat Housing Changes	I have the older Mercruiser p/n 80123 type thermostat housing which is no longer available. What is the part number of the correct replacement thermostat housing?
Mercruiser Vapor Locking Bulletin	How to Properly Diagnose the Casue of Certain Mercruiser Marine Engine Vapor Locking Problems.
Mercury Mercruiser Warranty	Find all the information regarding standard and additional product warranty options for both Mercury and Mercruiser products.

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Performance Product Technologies offers more than 25 years of technical experience and knowledge in the boating and marine parts industry. We understand the design and engineering of everything from long block engines to Volvo marine parts and accessories, making us a reliable source for insight and advice on the best parts and options for your boat and marine engine. Whether you need information about Mercury marine parts or cooling systems, you will find it here at PPT.

ARTICLE	DESCRIPTION
Mercruiser Parts On The PPT Website	The video details how to search when using your serial number and also by the engine/sterndrive model when the serial number in unknown or not available.

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Technical Specifications

Wednesday, February 15th, 2012

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ARTICLE	DESCRIPTION
Vazer Engine Specifications	Engine specification information for the Mercruiser Vazer engine.
Mercruiser 3.0L Performance Spec’s	Mercruiser 3.0L/I4 engine specifications including horsepower, displacement, rpm, oil pressure, ignition timing, firing order, etc.
Mercruiser 3.0L Engine Spec’s	Mercruiser 3.0L/I4 engine mechanical specifications including fastener torques, and engine manufacturing dimensions and tolerances.
Mercruiser 3.0L Wiring	Mercruiser 3.0L Marine Engine Wiring Diagram
Mercruiser 4.3L Performance Spec’s	Mercruiser 4.3L/V6 engine specifications including horsepower, displacement, rpm, oil pressure, ignition timing, firing order, etc.
Mercruiser 4.3L Engine Spec’s	Mercruiser 4.3 V6 engine mechanical specifications including fastener torques, and engine manufacturing dimensions and tolerances.
Mercruiser V6/V8 Fastener Torque Spec’s	Mercruiser V6 & Small V8 fastener torque specifications.
Mercruiser 5.0L Performance Spec’s	Mercruiser 5.0L/V8 engine specifications including horsepower, displacement, rpm, oil pressure, ignition timing, firing order, etc
Mercruiser 5.7L Performance Spec’s	Mercruiser 5.7L/V8 engine specifications including horsepower, displacement, rpm, oil pressure, ignition timing, firing order, etc
Mercruiser Alpha Sterndrive Specifications	Mercruiser Alpha Generation 2 Sterndrive Product Specifications
Mercruiser Bravo 1 Sterndrive Specifications	Mercruiser Bravo 1 Sterndrive Product Specifications
Mercruiser Bravo 1X Sterndrive Specifications	Mercruiser Bravo 1X Sterndrive Product Specifications
Mercruiser Bravo 1XR Sterndrive Specifications	Mercruiser Bravo 1XR Sterndrive Product Specifications
Mercruiser Bravo 2 Sterndrive Specifications	Mercruiser Bravo 2 Sterndrive Product Specifications
Mercruiser Bravo 2X Sterndrive Specifications	Mercruiser Bravo 2X Sterndrive Product Specifications
Mercruiser Bravo 3 Sterndrive Specifications	Mercruiser Bravo 3 Sterndrive Product Specifications
Mercruiser Bravo 3X Sterndrive Specifications	Mercruiser Bravo 3X Sterndrive Product Specifications
Mercruiser Vortec 5.7L Engine Spec’s	Mercruiser 5.7L V8 engine mechanical specifications including fastener torques, and engine manufacturing dimensions and tolerances.
Mercruiser 7.4L Performance Spec’s	Mercruiser 454 engine specifications including horsepower, displacement, rpm, oil pressure, ignition timing, firing order, etc.
Mercruiser 8.2L Performance Spec’s	Mercruiser 502 engine specifications including horsepower, displacement, rpm, oil pressure, ignition timing, firing order, etc.
Mercruiser Big V8 Engine Spec’s	Mercruiser 7/4/8.2L Big V8 engine mechanical specifications including fastener torques, and engine manufacturing dimensions and tolerances.
Mercruiser Big V8 Fastener Torque	Mercruiser Big V8 Engine Fasteners Torque Specifications.
Mercruiser 8.1L Performance Spec’s	Mercruiser 8.1L/V8 engine specifications including horsepower, displacement, rpm, oil pressure, ignition timing, firing order, etc
Mercruiser 8.1L Fluid Capacities	Mercruiser 496/8.1L marine engine fluid capacities.
Mercruiser Alpha Transom Details	Mercruiser Alpha Transom Assembly specifications and details.
Mercruiser Bravo Transom Details	Mercruiser Bravo Transom assembly specifications and details.
Mercruiser Battery Cable Requirements	Mercruiser Battery and Cable Sizing Requirements.
Mercruiser Combustion Air Requirements	Mercruiser Combustion Air Requirements
Mercruiser Engine Harness Schematic	Mercruiser Engine Wiring Harness Schematic
Mercruiser Exhaust Resonators	Mercruiser Exhaust Resonators & Water Ingestion
Mercruiser Fuel Requirements	Mercruiser fuel and octane requirements and ethanol recommendations.
Mercrusier Gasoline Requirements	Gasoline Recommendation For Mercruiser Marine Engine Models
Mercruiser Oil Specifications	Mercruiser marine engine oil technical specifications.
Mercruiser Oil/Gear Lube Capacities	Use this quick link to find your Mercruiser engine oil or gear lube capacity.
Mercruiser Power Trim Wiring Diagram	Mercruiser Power Trim System Wiring Diagram
Mercruiser Mercathode Wiring	Mercruiser Mercathode System Wiring Diagram
Mercruiser Rigging Products	Find all your Mercruiser Rigging Products such as Controls, Cables and Gauges Here.
Marine Engines Spark Plugs	Marine Engines Spark Plug Conditions
Mercruiser Engine Timing Procedures	Mercruiser Engine Timing Setting Procedures

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Marine Outboard Motors

Wednesday, February 15th, 2012

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ARTICLE	DESCRIPTION
How to Change a Suzuki DF70 Electric Fuel Pump	Step by Step Instructions Outlining How to Change a Suzuki DF70 Electric Fuel Pump
Oil Level Sensor Causing Alarm to Beep 4 Times Every 2 Minutes	Step by Step Instructions to Correct the Faulty Oil Level Alarm Sounding
How to Change the Water Pump Impeller on a Mercury Outboard Motor	Step by Step Instructions Outlining How to Remove the Gear Case and Change the Water Pump Impeller

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Marine Exhaust Systems

Wednesday, February 15th, 2012

Our Technical Library features a wealth of information for novice and veteran boating enthusiasts, including easy-to-follow how-to videos and valuable articles. Search for the information you need by category, whether you’re looking for articles on Quicksilver marine parts or propeller fundamentals. And if you still can’t find the information you need on this page, please don’t hesitate to contact us via phone or email. Our experienced and friendly staff is always available to answer your questions and guide you down the right path, from finding the right Yamaha marine parts to installing a wakeboard tower.

ARTICLE	DESCRIPTION
How to Install Thru Hull Exhaust Tips	Step by Step “How To” instructions for installing Thru Hull Exhaust Tips and a Silent Choice style Exhaust System on a Baja boat equipped with a Mercruiser 350 Marine Engine.

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Marine Exhaust Systems Technical Information

Wednesday, February 15th, 2012

Marine Exhaust Technical Tip’s & How-To Articles

When trouble shooting Marine Exhaust Systems this can lead into complicated technical discussions when diagnosing engine running problems related to Water Ingestion or available corrosion resistant solutions. Performance Product Technologies has more than 25 years designing Mercruiser Exhaust Manifolds as well as engineering solutions for Mercruiser while developing several industry patented products that are currently in high volume production today. You may want to compare different methods of coating the exhaust system or even understand the benefits of Aluminum versus Cast Iron. When it comes time for you to purchase your next Marine Exhaust System let PPT help you understand the different options available.

CATEGORY	DESCRIPTION
Center Rise Exhaust Tips	General technical tips and requirements for the center rise style marine exhaust systems.
Chrysler Exhaust Tips	Technical tips and specifications for Chrylser marine exhaust systems.
Crusader Exhaust Tips	Technical tips and specifications for Crusader marine exhaust systems.
Dry Joint Gasket Orientation	How to position and oriet the restrictor versus full flow gaskets in a Dry Joint Exhaust System.
Dry Joint versus Non Dry Joint	How to determine if your engine is equipped with a standard or Dry Joint style marine exhaust system.
Installing Thru Hull Exhaust	Will Installing Thru Hull Exhaust Improve My Boat’s Performance? Is This Something I Can Do Myself?
Marine Exhaust Material’s & Coatings	Learn more about Marine Exhaust System coatings and material selection…..
Marine Exhaust Riser height	How to Determine if Your Marine Engine Installation Requires the Use of Exhaust Risers/Spacers.
Marine Exhaust With Spacers	How to determine if your engines marine exhaust system is equipped with exhaust spacers.
Marine Exhaust Water Ingestion	Water Ingestion/Intrusion Problems on Marine Engines – Background and How to Verify
Mercruiser Exhaust Gaskets & Torque	Technical tips and torque requirements for Mercruiser exhaust systems.
Mercruiser 3 Inch to 4 Inch Exhaust Conversion	I Currently Have the Mercruiser Center Rise Style 3″ Exhaust or Log Style Exhaust System. Can I Convert to the Later, Better Performing 4″ Center Rise Style Exhaust?
Mercruiser 3.0L Exhaust Manifolds	How Do I Determine Which Mercruiser 3.0L Exhaust Manifold I Need?
Mercruiser Exhaust Systems	Technical tips and specifications for Mercruiser marine exhaust systems.
Mercruiser 470 Exhaust Manifolds	What options are available in replacing my Mercruiser 470 (3.7L) marine exhaust manifold?
Mercruiser V6 Exhaust Manifolds (Single Piece Conversion)	What options are available for replacing my Mercruiser 4.3L V6 Single Piece marine exhaust manifolds?
Mercruiser Stainless Exhaust Riser	How to determine whether you have the mercruiser cast iron or stainless steel 4″ outlet marine exhaust riser/elbow.
Mercruiser Exhaust Resonators	Mercruiser Exhaust Resonators & Water Ingestion.
Mercruiser Exhaust Turbulators	Mercruiser Exhaust Turbulators History & Design Specifications.
Mercruiser Exhaust Systems History	The History: Mercruiser Marine Exhaust Manifolds & Risers From Then Until Now

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Technical Articles for Boat Engine Topics

Wednesday, February 15th, 2012

Inboard & Outboard Boat Motor Technical Information

How do you identify a 1996 Vortec 4,3 vs a 1995 pre-Vortec model? How do you determine a standard vs opposite rotation boat engine? How do you properly size a marine carburetor? How do you repower a boat? Find answer to these and tons of other technical marine engine related product topics. This section of the PPT Technical Marine Library focuses on products and topics related to Marine Longblocks, Complete Bobtail Engines, and drop in marine motors. This article library not only covers but focuses in on a variety of additional topics such as the recent EPA regulations, finding additional horsepower for your boat, determining the condition of your engine, and many other related topics. Performance Product Technologies covers information for a variety of manufacturers such as;

MerCruiser
Mercury Marine
Volvo Penta
Crusader
Indmar
PCM
Flagship
GM Marine

CATEGORY	DESCRIPTION
Repowering Options	This tool will help you find and understand the available options when repowering your boat.
3.0L Engines	How to select the correct 2.5L or 3.0L engine
3.0L Longblocks – Reman or New?	My 3.0L Block is Cracked. Should I Purchase a New Longblock or Remanufactured?
3.7L/470 Marine Engine Repowers	My Mercruiser 470 Engine Is On Its Last Leg. What Options Can I Consider to Replace It?
4.3L Engines	How to select the correct new 4.3L marine longblock
5.0L/5.7L Engines	How do I select the correct new 5.0L or 5.7L longblock?
7.4L/8.2L Engines	How do I select the correct 454/502 (7.4L/8.2L) new marine longblock?
7.4L/8.2L Versus 496 Repower’s	Replacing your 454 marine engine with the newer 496 engine
7.4L (L29) vs 454 Mag Models	How to Identify the 310 Hp L29 454 Engine Model vs Other 330 Hp & 385 Hp 454 Engine Models
Auto vs. Marine	Are automotive and marine engines the same?
Block Code Indentification 4 Cyl	Mercruiser Engine Block Code Identification Table For Properly Identifying Your Mercrusier 4 Cylinder Marine Engine.
Block Code Indentification 6 Cyl	Mercruiser Engine Block Code Identification Table For Properly Identifying Your Mercrusier 6 Cylinder Marine Engine.
Block Code Indentification Small V8	Mercruiser Engine Block Code Identification Table For Properly Identifying Your Mercrusier Small V8 Marine Engine.
Block Code Indentification Big Block V8	Mercruiser Engine Block Code Identification Table For Properly Identifying Your Mercrusier Big Block V8 Marine Engine.
Break In Procedure for Marine Engines	Can I run my new engine at full throttle within the 1st hour or do I need to follow a prescribed procedure in breaking the engine in correctly?
How to size a marine Carburetor	Will my boat go faster if I install a BIGGER carburetor?
Compression Testing Your Marine Engine	How To Properly Test the Compression of Your Marine Engine
Condition of Your Marine Engine (Part 1)	Condition of My Marine Engine? My Accessories Seem Fine So Should I Consider a New Longblock or Complete Bobtail?
Condition of Your Marine Engine (Part 2)	Determining The Condition of My Marine Engine. Is a Compression Test as Good as a Cylinder Leak Down Test?
Coupler Replacement on Marine Engine	How to Know if You Should Replace Your Engine Coupler.
Cylinder Boring on Remanufactred Marine Engines	How much is considered acceptable for the cylinders to be bored on remanufactured longblocks?
Drive Variations	Various Marine Drive Configurations
Emissions Rules for New Marine Engines	The rules have changed dramatically regarding how new marine engines can be sold. Select this article to see how this effects your repowering options.
Emissions Options for Repowering	What options do I have in replacing the engine in my boat knowing that the EPA started regulating marine engines for new and existing boats?
Flame Arrestor	Will changing my Flame Arrestor make my boat go any faster?
Inboard versus Sterndrive Identification	Is my boat an inboard or sterndrive?
Marine Engines	Performance Product Technologies offers a variety of new and remanufactured marine engines for sale. How to determine the correct engine for your boat.
Oil Pump Priming Instructions	How to prime the oil pump when installing a new longblock or marine engine.
Repowering Your Boat	I really love my old boat but need a new engine. What do I need to know when repowering the boat?
Repowering Your Boat (Newsletter)	Marine Engine Repowering Newsletter
Rotation of a Marine Engine	How do I determine if my engine rotation is Left Hand or Right Hand?
Remanufactured Marine Engines	How do I select the correct remanufactured marine longblock?
Shortblock’s vs Longblock’s	Which is the better option a Shortblock or Longblock Marine Engine?
Torque Vs. Horsepower	What makes a boat go faster horsepower or torque?

Tags:carburetors, epa, horsepower, longblocks, marine engines, repowering
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Marine Engines Technical Library

Wednesday, February 15th, 2012

Our Technical Library features a wealth of information for novice and veteran boating enthusiasts, including easy-to-follow how-to videos and valuable articles. Search for the information you need by category, whether you’re looking for articles on Quicksilver marine parts or propeller fundamentals. And if you still can’t find the information you need on this page, please don’t hesitate to contact us via phone or email. Our experienced and friendly staff is always available to answer your questions and guide you down the right path, from finding the right Yamaha marine parts to installing a wakeboard tower.

ARTICLE	DESCRIPTION
How to Check Out a Marine Engine	What Test’s Should Be Done To Evaluate The Overall Condition of a Marine Engine.
Engine Won’t Start	How to Diagnose a “No Start” condition on a marine engine
How to Pre-Lube a Marine Engine	How & Why do you need to Pre-Lube a Marine Engine befroe the initial Startup?
Iginition Timing on Volvo Penta GL Model Marine Engines	Step by step instructions detailing the process for setting the base ignition timing on Volvo Penta 4.3L GL model carbureted marine engines equipped with the Delco distributor and ignition module.
Marine Engines & Repowering Video #1	My boat’s engine is shot. Regarding the new 2010 EPA regulations covering boat engine repowering what options do I have?
Marine Engines & Repowering Video #2	My boat’s engine is shot. Regarding products available what is the correct terminology used in describing the repowering options I have?

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Cooling System Videos

Wednesday, February 15th, 2012

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ARTICLE	DESCRIPTION
How to Install a Closed Cooling System	Step By Step Video Outlining How to Install a Closed Cooling System on a Marine Engine.
How to Replace Your Water Pump Impeller	Step by Step Instructions Regarding The Replacement of a Mercruiser Marine Water Pump Impeller
Evaluating a Damaged Sea Pump Impeller	Step by Step Instructions Regarding Evaluating & Replacing a Marine Water Pump Impeller

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Marine Cooling Systems

Wednesday, February 15th, 2012

Cooling System Technical Articles

Search here to find a huge range of technical information including Closed Cooling Systems and whether you should consider a half system versus a full system, thru hull installation specifications, and raw water pump versus circulating pump differences. We cover technical cooling system information from OEM’s such as Mercruiser, Mercury Marine, Volvo Penta, Crusader and several other Marine Motor manufacturers.

CATEGORY	DESCRIPTION
Antifreeze – What You Should Know	What is the difference between Ethylene glycol and Propylene glycol?
Cooling Installation on an Old Engine	Tips for installing a Marine Closed Cooling system onto an older marine engine.
Diagnosing Engine Overheat Problems	My marine engine is overheating. Could the water pump impeller be bad? How do I replace the impeller on my Marine Water Pump?
Drain System Options	What are the different types of drain systems offered on Mercruiser Marine Engines?
Dry Joint Exhaust Closed Cooling System	Flow Diagram & history of the Mercruiser Engine Dry Joint Exhaust and Closed Cooling System.
Cooling System Tips	General trouble shooting and technical tips for marine cooling systems.
Fresh Water Cooling – What is It?	What is the difference between a 1/2 and full closed cooling system?
Fresh Water Cooling – The Benefits	Why should I consider adding a marine closed cooling system to my engine?
Fresh Water Cooling – The Basics	Basic fundamentals of marine closed cooling systems.
Fresh Water Cooling Maintenance	How to maintain marine closed cooling systems.
Fresh Water Cooling Trouble Shooting	How to trouble shoot marine cooling systems.
Marine Cooling Systems Newsletter	General Information Marine Cooling System Newsletter
Premium vs Standard FWC Systems	What is the difference between the Premium and Standard Closed Cooling Systems?
San Juan Closed/Freshwater Cooling Systems	San Juan Closed/Freshwater Cooling Systems
Thru-Hull Installation	Installation information for installing a thru hull fitting on your boat.
Warm Vs Cold Manifolds	What is the difference between “Warm Manifold and Cold Manifold” exhaust/cooling systems?
Water Distribution Housing Options	Can you explain what the purpose is for Mercruiser’s Water Distribution Housing most of the Marine Engines are being equipped with today?
Water Pump Impeller Failures	I’ve replaced my water pump impeller but my engine is still over heating. What am I missing?

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