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Forum: General Q & A
03-03-2025, 08:45 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 10,444
Posted By liquidlounge

I can say that the multi layer metal exhaust...

I can say that the multi layer metal exhaust gaskets have worked well in my app for more than 10 years. Nothing hot - a 502 mpi with Stainless Marine manifolds. I am sure that I did not use sealant ....
Forum: General Q & A
12-27-2024, 02:37 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,476
Posted By liquidlounge

Steve has done 2 sets for me over the years. For...

Steve has done 2 sets for me over the years. For injectors that flow on the upper or lower end of normal, he will recommend what cylinder to use them on. Honestly, my 502 MPI has never ran smoother....
Forum: Do It Yourself, Boating on a Budget
10-03-2024, 07:08 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,252
Posted By liquidlounge

Those are really good motors when left stock.

Those are really good motors when left stock.
Forum: General Q & A
09-05-2024, 08:03 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,849
Posted By liquidlounge

How are your oil temps?

How are your oil temps?
Forum: Do It Yourself, Boating on a Budget
07-23-2024, 04:30 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,719
Posted By liquidlounge

If the exhaust is exclusively through the prop,...

If the exhaust is exclusively through the prop, check to see if the flappers are intact in the top of the Y pipe. I have seen 2 boats where the flappers gave away and caused a restriction. The first...
Forum: General Q & A
07-08-2024, 11:22 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 595
Posted By liquidlounge

Without even looking, I Highly doubt something...

Without even looking, I Highly doubt something like you are asking for has ever been made. Your dry exhaust pipe will more than likely be 3.5", your riser will dictate this. Have your extension...
Forum: Do It Yourself, Boating on a Budget
06-19-2024, 06:50 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,849
Posted By liquidlounge

The ignition control module in the Ramjet...

The ignition control module in the Ramjet distributor is 10482830. I don't know if that is a direct cross to the Merc part #. So, I take that the ECM does not control the advance?
Forum: Do It Yourself, Boating on a Budget
06-19-2024, 06:36 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,849
Posted By liquidlounge

The number on the module is not on the top of it...

The number on the module is not on the top of it as I was going to write it down in my notes. I do wish I would have retrieved it before installation. So, I don't know if the module is effectively...
Forum: Do It Yourself, Boating on a Budget
06-18-2024, 10:14 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,849
Posted By liquidlounge

If anyone is interested, the new GM number for...

If anyone is interested, the new GM number for the distributor used on the old MEFI motors is 19420969. The number is the same for GM or AC Delco. For not that much more than the cost of a good...
Forum: Do It Yourself, Boating on a Budget
06-18-2024, 06:39 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,849
Posted By liquidlounge

Those of you who have switched to brass...

Those of you who have switched to brass terminals; have you noticed less corrosion on the distributor under the cap? This year I just changed out with a new GM distributor and wondered if the...
Forum: General Q & A
06-06-2024, 07:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 730
Posted By liquidlounge

You need to read up on this a bit, but here are...

You need to read up on this a bit, but here are the basics:
-find TDC (your method can still be 180 off) A thumb on #1 spark plug hole works well in conjunction with the timing marks on the...
Forum: General Q & A
05-30-2024, 07:17 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 780
Posted By liquidlounge

Pickleball paddle production has put a lot of...

Pickleball paddle production has put a lot of pressure on hex coring supplies!:)
Forum: General Q & A
05-17-2024, 06:32 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,838
Posted By liquidlounge

My bet is that the Godzilla is coming in marine...

My bet is that the Godzilla is coming in marine form at the OEM level, but most likely for wake boats and not I/O's. Someone like Hardin marine has already considered and may even be developing some...
Forum: General Q & A
04-16-2024, 09:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,055
Posted By liquidlounge

I remember Bob Teague writing in the Power Boat...

I remember Bob Teague writing in the Power Boat magazine (years ago haha) tech Q & A that you could push around 300 HP through the prop before it became a restriction. I am pretty sure those...
Forum: Drives and Lower Units
04-09-2024, 07:51 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 55,529
Posted By liquidlounge

I have found if you keep them on an outdrive...

I have found if you keep them on an outdrive stand, they have even better longevity!
Forum: Do It Yourself, Boating on a Budget
04-09-2024, 07:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 869
Posted By liquidlounge

Making an offset in that short of length is going...

Making an offset in that short of length is going to be a challenge. I think I would fill the transom and and recut the holes. Stainless Marine manifolds might ease your pain a bit if you are set on...
Forum: General Q & A
02-28-2024, 12:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,135
Posted By liquidlounge

Tom - thanks for the great information. I think...

Tom - thanks for the great information. I think the idea of just swapping the gear is a good (safest) one. I will measure things up and make sure the old gear ends up in the same place with the new...
Forum: General Q & A
02-27-2024, 11:14 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,135
Posted By liquidlounge

Distributor Gear for 502 HR MPI

I am installing a new distributor into a stock 2000 502 MPI (415 HP) I am assuming that the cam core and gear are cast iron.(correct?). The new distributor that I purchased is a GM / AC Delco part#...
Forum: General Q & A
02-26-2024, 07:45 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,222
Posted By liquidlounge

Well, the amazon injector route doesn't sound...

Well, the amazon injector route doesn't sound very promising to me. Get ahold of Arcticfriends (Steve) - he will have some injector options for you. There is more than a few ways to mess these old...
Forum: General Q & A
02-22-2024, 12:31 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 31,008
Posted By liquidlounge

Maybe the Godzilla motor will end up being a nice...

Maybe the Godzilla motor will end up being a nice tweener here; definitely a big iron block with a few nice touches and updates. I am surprised we haven't seen a marinized version yet. From what I...
Forum: General Q & A
02-14-2024, 03:46 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 18,800
Posted By liquidlounge

What Wally says - so easy. Take a really straight...

What Wally says - so easy. Take a really straight on picture of the dash and sit down with someone that has Adobe Illustrator and you can lay it out in dozens of configurations in a short period of...
Forum: General Q & A
02-13-2024, 04:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,454
Posted By liquidlounge

I am pretty sure the GM Ram Jet modules are the...

I am pretty sure the GM Ram Jet modules are the same and likely better quality than most. I just bought a new GM distributor for the Ramjet as a replacement for my corroded original 502 MPI...
Forum: General Q & A
02-07-2024, 03:40 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,222
Posted By liquidlounge

I know you said that you checked all of the...

I know you said that you checked all of the sensor plug-ins, but I would re-check the MAP sensor connected to the very back of the upper intake. I had your exact symptoms years ago and it happened...
Forum: General Q & A
01-25-2024, 07:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,072
Posted By liquidlounge

PM Arcticfriends (Smitty/Steve). He probably has...

PM Arcticfriends (Smitty/Steve). He probably has more experience than anyone when it comes to the Merc Mag MPI setup.
Forum: General Q & A
12-30-2023, 08:20 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,707
Posted By liquidlounge

I...

I (https://www.offshoreonly.com/forums/report.php?p=4807535) found SB's post from 2021:


Found a 502 with max power 5600rpm I had run into pipemax:

@ 5800 RPM
- Induction System Tuned Lengths...
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