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by Bdunlap60
Fri Dec 19, 2025 3:59 pm
Forum: Cobalt Boats General
Topic: Hard Starting
Replies: 6
Views: 9745

Re: Hard Starting

So glad I found this forum and thank you all for replying back.

I have a mechanic friend and I will show him all your replies.

Thank you !
by Bdunlap60
Fri Dec 19, 2025 8:28 am
Forum: Cobalt Boats General
Topic: Hard Starting
Replies: 6
Views: 9745

Re: Hard Starting

The engine is a Volvo Penta 5.7L engine fuel injected.

After fueling at the marina, I turn on the blower. After the blower has been turned on for about 5 minutes I crank the engine over.
As mentioned previously I have no problem starting the boat after it has been sitting for about a week.
I'm ...
by Bdunlap60
Thu Dec 18, 2025 9:12 am
Forum: Cobalt Boats General
Topic: Hard Starting
Replies: 6
Views: 9745

Hard Starting

Hello,

I am new to this forum. I recently purchases a 2006 Cobalt 232 bowrider.
Used it only a few times this year as we purchased it late in the season.

My question is when I take it to the marina for fuel and fill it up, it does not want to start.
It cranks but will not start. I was able to ...