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fluid transfer pump for VP outdrive
Posted: Wed May 19, 2021 2:48 pm
by sailor55330
What fluid transfer pump are y'all using on the VP drives? I know it needs to thread in, but every one I've seen on amazon seems to clearly say "doesn't work with VP". What size is the threaded fill hole?
Thanks
Re: fluid transfer pump for VP outdrive
Posted: Wed May 19, 2021 11:31 pm
by bruceb58
The older DP-SM drives used a different thread. I am pretty sure the newer Volvo Duo Props use the same thread as mercruiser and anything else these days.
I had the older drive on my other boat so I had the special adapter.
Re: fluid transfer pump for VP outdrive
Posted: Thu May 20, 2021 6:24 am
by Big Block Power
Sailor I use the good ole cheap pump you buy from Walmart. I cut off the 2 plastic ears on the part that threads in. They hit the housing. Also make sure you get new orings for the drain plug and dipstick. If the oil is cold when you drain it just drain it in a bucket over night.
Re: fluid transfer pump for VP outdrive
Posted: Thu May 20, 2021 6:44 am
by Lockey14s
sailor55330 wrote: Wed May 19, 2021 2:48 pm
What fluid transfer pump are y'all using on the VP drives? I know it needs to thread in, but every one I've seen on amazon seems to clearly say "doesn't work with VP". What size is the threaded fill hole?
Thanks
you need the adaptor VP part # 3855932
Re: fluid transfer pump for VP outdrive
Posted: Thu May 20, 2021 11:14 am
by bruceb58
Lockey14s wrote: Thu May 20, 2021 6:44 am
sailor55330 wrote: Wed May 19, 2021 2:48 pm
What fluid transfer pump are y'all using on the VP drives? I know it needs to thread in, but every one I've seen on amazon seems to clearly say "doesn't work with VP". What size is the threaded fill hole?
Thanks
you need the adaptor VP part # 3855932
That's the adapter for the dp-sm drives
Re: fluid transfer pump for VP outdrive
Posted: Thu May 20, 2021 1:03 pm
by Lockey14s
bruceb58 wrote: Thu May 20, 2021 11:14 am
Lockey14s wrote: Thu May 20, 2021 6:44 am
sailor55330 wrote: Wed May 19, 2021 2:48 pm
What fluid transfer pump are y'all using on the VP drives? I know it needs to thread in, but every one I've seen on amazon seems to clearly say "doesn't work with VP". What size is the threaded fill hole?
Thanks
you need the adaptor VP part # 3855932
That's the adapter for the dp-sm drives
Correct. Im not sure what VP drive Sailor has since he didnt mention what year the boat is. And im too lazy to figure it out lol.
Re: fluid transfer pump for VP outdrive
Posted: Thu May 20, 2021 10:37 pm
by bruceb58
Lockey14s wrote: Thu May 20, 2021 1:03 pm
Correct. Im not sure what VP drive Sailor has since he didnt mention what year the boat is. And im too lazy to figure it out lol.
2017 R3 I believe
Re: fluid transfer pump for VP outdrive
Posted: Fri May 21, 2021 2:17 pm
by sailor55330
2206 r3. Comes home tomorrow finally
A best source for the o rings?
Thanks
Re: fluid transfer pump for VP outdrive
Posted: Fri May 21, 2021 3:32 pm
by bruceb58
I just search around for the best price and buy enough for 5 years on all the o-rings including the one between the drive and the pivot housing. I remove my drive yearly so I need that one for every year too.
I also stick with OEM ones and avoid the aftermarket ones.
I use volvopentastore.com to determine part numbers. You can also order from them as well but they are a bit more expensive.
Re: fluid transfer pump for VP outdrive
Posted: Fri May 21, 2021 7:19 pm
by Big Block Power
bruceb58 wrote: Fri May 21, 2021 3:32 pm
I just search around for the best price and buy enough for 5 years on all the o-rings including the one between the drive and the pivot housing. I remove my drive yearly so I need that one for every year too.
I also stick with OEM ones and avoid the aftermarket ones.
I use volvopentastore.com to determine part numbers. You can also order from them as well but they are a bit more expensive.
Yes get oem ones. They normally seem them in a set of 3. Dipstick, mid plug that most don't remove and the drain. I think I get mine from marine parts unlimited. On ebay.