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    Advice for pulling a Volvo Penta 5.7 with rusty oil pan

    I found oil in my bilge and reached under to feel where it might be coming from. I had heard about the dreaded rust blisters that can form on the oil pan and found one. I'll do one more check to make sure the leak isn't from the dipstick gasket, but I could use some advice on how to pull the...
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    Parker Kooks On Instagram

    If you haven't seen the Instagram site, check out Parker Kooks. You can learn about what type of kook you are and how Parker's are the ultimate trailer boat! https://www.instagram.com/parkerkooks/
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    Intermittent bogging solved

    I wanted to share this if it helps anyone with bogging issues on their Parker. I have a 1997 Parker 2520 with a 5.7 Volvo Penta and was having some sporadic bogging issues above 3300 rpms. I did all the usual tune up stuff, changed out the crab style distributor cap often as it's a known issue...
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    Parts For Sale Volvo penta prop puller and prop tool avail for rent

    Just put this on eBay. https://www.ebay.com/itm/325220673045?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=BEBWsLjCTku&sssrc=2349624&ssuid=BEBWsLjCTku&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
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    What duoprop are the I/o boaters using?

    I’ve got f3s and curious what anyone else has. I have mine on a 25 foot sport cabin with the Volvo 5.7
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    Anyone running a VP Duo prop? Which one?

    I've got VP F3 duo prop and curious if this is what most are running on their Parkers. I've got a 1997 2520 Sport Cabin deep vee. Ive got some hub corrosion and was told to start looking for new props. I know the I/O is not very common, but always want to hear who else on this board has one.
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    Parts Wanted F3 front penta prop

    I need one stainless Volvo Penta f3 prop for the front. Serial number on pic
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    Looking for outdrive stand Oxnard Ventura area.

    Anyone have a stand that they would lend out with a deposit? I have a VP stern drive and wanting to learn how to do the annual service myself. Mainly just want to pull the drive to visually inspect the U joint and grease it.
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    Lilly B 2003 2520xl

    Thanks for the pics! Beautiful boat!
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    Parts Wanted WTB Starboard Front widow for 1997 Parker

    Looking for a replacement window. Mine is painted all black and hinged. Also would love to know if there are any boat salvage yards that dismantle Parkers.
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    Windlass recommendations?!

    I installed a Lewmar this year. The labor to install it was higher that expected. If I had to do it all over again, I'd go with a Lone Star drum windlass.
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    Parts For Sale 35 feet 3/8 G4 anchor chain.

    I managed to get it all into a priority box that should be approximately $15. Let me know if you’d like to proceed
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    Boat Wanted WTB PARKER 2530

    I believe there is one floating around on craigslist in the San Diego region
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    Survey regarding a new section dedicated to inboards and I/O’s

    I’m trying to get a sense if forum members would like to see a new section dedicated to inboards and I/O’s. I know that Parker‘s with this configuration are fairly rare, but being the owner of one, it would be nice to ask very specific questions pertaining to our engines and boats. If you own...
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    Parts For Sale 35 feet 3/8 G4 anchor chain.

    I’ll see if it will fit in a usps box. I can tape it up good.
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