We all know an EFI engine will have a higher initial cost. I'm willing to shell out the extra bucks for EFI. Diesel is way up there in price....
Mongo, I did save everything. If the old stuff is bolted onto a new long block, then it's still the old technology with new parts. The old stuff...
Anyone know of a more active marinizing forum or engine building forum?? This Marinizing forum seems to be dead. Thanks..
Hello everyone. I've pulled my Mercury 350 out and trashed it after the machine shop said it had beyond repair corrosion. I did not mind...
I moved away from the engine chapter. My time is concentrated on restoring the the rest of the boat. As was stated above, if the price is right...
Pulled engine. I pulled the engine a few days ago. Stripped it down. The only pieces left are the crank, a couple brass plugs on the rear, and...
The motor has been taken apart because I though it was frozen. After getting down to the block, removing the out drive did the trick. The out...
So the Carb cover says it's a merc. Who knows. The size doesn't jive with the block casting id 10066036. Anyhow. It's an I/O. Can't tell...
I pulled a hose at the bottom of one of the exhaust mani. and black water poured out. I'm assuming this is not normal. I'll drain the oil next...
This boat previously had some 220 hp I think. For some reason, I think this is not the original motor. Anyway, Stonebreaker thanks for the...
I finally got a project boat. It's a 1983 Wellcraft Aft Cabin 230 with what seams to be a blown engine. Batteries are fully charged and when...
I enjoy fixing things. So I would say if you have the dough, why not? I'm doing one now.. a 1983 Wellcraft Aft Cabin with a blown 5.7 merc.
Here are some pictures of what looks like the original interior. This the beginings of a restoration project of a 1983 Wellcraft Aft Cabin 230....
Just got my 1st project and would like some advise. I would like to redo the boat from the inside out. My first question is, what type of...
Let me clarify a bit. Can I pull the parts off an auto and bolt it on? Auto engines are just so cheap. Why not use it, keeping safety in mind?...
I really have to disagree. ECM engines created are MORE effecient, clean, and powerful engine. I'm not aware of all marine engines made today...
tuantom, Currently, there is a 5.0L carb V8 Yamaha. I believe thats a small block chevy. How can I match the following "right" to run...
The Rig will be dropped on a 23' Renken Seamaster (cuddy, walk around). The boat will be used for Intercoastal cruises, possible going 10-15...
I've read the DIY Mrinizing quite a bit. I've learned quit a bit from the forum as a result. There hasn't been a thread that talks about...
