Formula 330 SS outboard conversion

I have been offered a Formula 330 SS with damaged engines.
All else on boat is in good condition.
Am contemplating converting the boat to twin 250 outboards , would the hull / transom of this boat be an eligible candidate for such a conversion ?
I have 2 yamaha 250's that came of a previous boat so depending on the installation cost of a bracket , it could be an interesting option.

Any feedback appreciated.

 

Have you thought what effect might come with lifting a lot of weight out of it ? It won't sit in the water the same as previously.

 

Sure , the weight of the inboards are much heavier then the 2 x 250 outboard , but this could be compensated with additional weight such as water or additional fuel tank I reckon.

 

That's a nice boat, I'd just replace the stern drives and be done with it, unless you do a really good job with the outboards resale would be hurt.

 

Typically stern drive transoms aren't built as stout as outboard versions, so you'll need to investigate this. 500 HP in outboards, hanging on the transom or on a bracket will surely move the CG and trim considerably, so besides transom reinforcement, possibly bracket considerations, you'll need to move things around. It's not just the comparative weights, but their locations. This isn't complicated, though should be well executed.

In the end, it'll likely be less costly by simply dropping some crate engines in place and getting back on the wet stuff. No reinforcements, no brackets, no moving tanks, batteries, adapting, cutting and adjusting steering, controls, etc., just transplant and go. Besides a couple of small blocks are cheap, especially if you're willing to do a lot of the work (long blocks).