Velvet Drive 72C/ Mercruiser 6.2?

Discussion in 'Propulsion' started by drs3317, Nov 11, 2005.

  1. drs3317
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    drs3317 New Member

    I am repowering because the old 5.7 is dead. The transmission is a Velvet Drive 72C and was recently rebuilt. I have come across a deal on a newer mercruiser 6.2 Horizon. I know it can turn more RPMs but not sure, maybe 5200 WOT. But will the Velvet drive handle this motor?
     
    drs3317, Nov 11, 2005
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  2. Jango
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    Jango Senior Enthusiast

    The Velvet Drive 72C is supposed to handle up to 475HP @4200 rpm, less HP at higher rpm,s. Provide adequate cooling (use a larger trans cooler)and it should be OK.
     
    Jango, Nov 12, 2005
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