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Old 10-05-2011, 12:21 PM
montyrosevear montyrosevear is offline
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volvo v8 deisel & strern drive

Hi I need help i have been offerd a volvo penta v8 deisel and stern drive to fit in my 19ft fast fisher, Will this engine give enough rpm and speed I no nothing about the engine I dont want to buy it only to find its two heavy or juicy to get me on the plan, could any one give me any advice please would this be a good buy or will i regret it later.
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Old 10-05-2011, 07:33 PM
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Which exact diesel engine are you considering Monty?

What is the current engine? How much will the weight increase?
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Old 10-06-2011, 01:48 AM
whitepointer23 whitepointer23 is offline
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never heard of a volvo v8 diesel. are you sure its diesel and not petrol.
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