Marine Power BASE Series Manual

5.7l / 350 cid, 3.0l / 181 cid, 5.7l / 350 cid, 7.4l / 454 cid, 8.2l / 502 cid.

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B A S E A N D P A R P A C E N G I N E M A N U A L
VERSION 1

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  • Page 1 B A S E A N D P A R P A C E N G I N E M A N U A L VERSION 1...
  • Page 2: Warranty

    Warran- properly registered with MARINE POWER to be free lubricants which are not suitable for use with ty free of charge at the MARINE POWER factory. from defects in material and workmanship. this product. Detonation causes: Poor fuel Optionally, MARINE POWER may provide for the 2.
  • Page 3 12. MARINE POWER reserves the right to change or improve design of any product previously assem- bled without notice and without obligation.
  • Page 4: Engine Identification

    Crankcase Oil Capacity (Sheet Metal Pan) Approximately 5 quarts Approximately 5 quarts Approximately 8 quarts Rated by Marine Power, Inc. in accordance with SAE J607, Prop Shaft rating will vary according to drive used. ** Synthetic oil may be substituted. www.MarinePowerUSA.com...
  • Page 5 Crankcase Oil Capacity (Sheet Metal Pan) Approximately 8 quarts Approximately 8 quarts Approximately 8 quarts Approximately 8 quarts Rated by Marine Power, Inc. in accordance with SAE J607, Prop Shaft rating will vary according to drive used. ** Synthetic oil may be substituted. www.MarinePowerUSA.com...
  • Page 6 2. Improper initial ignition timing setting. ter in the exhaust system to enter engine cylinders. To minimize the problem MARINE POWER requires the instal- 3. Improper propeller selection. lation of flappers at the transom and in the exhaust hose just Water entering engine cylinders will cause the engine to lock after the exhaust riser or elbow.
  • Page 7: General Information

    Engine rotation can be than 165 degrees. Closed cooling - between 160 and 190 To insure maximum life of your MARINE POWER engine, the determined by looking at the stern end of the engine and degrees.
  • Page 8 The timing tool is used in setting the initial engine timing on around 600 with the timing tool connected to 12 volts. MARINE POWER carbureted engines. This connector by-passes Diameter, pitch or coupling of a propeller will affect The step spacing may have to be adjusted so that the the electronic spark timing of the engine and allows the initial engine RPM and boat performance.
  • Page 9: Crankcase Ventilation

    181/3.0L, 262/4.3L and 350/5.7L engines. All of 7/8”/ft. for V-drives. Some OEM installations may engine will not be covered by the MARINE POWER Warranty, 7.4L and larger engines must be 1/2” minimum inner dimen- unless this damage is a result of defective parts or workman- different from these specifications but these installations sion.
  • Page 10: Engine Maintenance

    Inspect Belts for Tension and Wear Inspect Battery (Terminals and Fluid Levels) Check Battery Connection to Engine Touch Up Exterior Surface with Marine Power Paint Inspect Zinc Anodes in Heat Exchanger for Deterioration (If Equipped with Closed Cooling) Check Power Steering Fluid (If Equipped)
  • Page 11 Engine Maintenance Scheduled Maintenance By Qualified Technician Service Engine After Every 50 Every 100 Startup 10 Hours of Hours of Hours of Each Day Operation Operation Operation Change Engine Oil and Filters Change Filter on Fuel/Water Separator Check Engine Mounts (Tightness) Check Riser and Manifold Bolts for Tightness Check for Loose, Damaged or Missing Engine Parts Check Wire Harness Plugs for Corrosion and Connections...
  • Page 12 All rights reserved. No part of this book may be reproduced or utilized in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording or any information storage and retrieval system, without permission in writing from MARINE POWER HOLDING, LLC.

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