repower from outboard to diesel.....

fzc77

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Hi everyone...I have a 26' Sou'wester 1986 (parker). It has a 225 Johnson, the deck is going to be replaced, and also new stringers.<br />I want to replace the motor with a straight inboard diesel. Maybe someone has done this and has some tips, Please help....
 

Bondo

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Re: repower from outboard to diesel.....

This is a Major Refit..........<br />Your Questions will have to be Much More Specific..........<br />What Diesel ???<br />What Transmission ???<br />What Drive line ???<br /> Will your Hull even accept the required Underwater Gear ????
 

ciliento

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Re: repower from outboard to diesel.....

I hate to tell you this, but I have been there with retorfitting boats, it is easier and cheaper going and finding a different or newer boat, there is no recoup on a 1986. The cost is high and it will always be a batch job. Try looking into a four stoke engine.
 

MADONN

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Re: repower from outboard to diesel.....

I know someone who has done a changeover like your thinking and it turned out good he put in a yanmar diesel and outdrive and it is right. But he was very skilled in fiberglass construction and it was a lot of work.
 

O-fishal

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Re: repower from outboard to diesel.....

It's been done.... but you better want to keep the boat, I love my "HIGH STRUNG VOLVO"
 

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