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Manifold update?
I have a 1978 898 5.0 in a sea ray 197. My starboard side manifold has a crack between the two center cylinders. Knowing these are the original manifolds and risers on the boat I believe it is time for replacement of the whole works. Pricing out new "log" style manifolds and risers I have come across a few kits to update to the newer more modern center type manifolds and risers. The cost is very close on both of them. Is there any advantage to go with the newer style, or should I leave well enough alone and just replace the logs? Anyone have any thoughts on this?
I have a 1978 898 5.0 in a sea ray 197. My starboard side manifold has a crack between the two center cylinders. Knowing these are the original manifolds and risers on the boat I believe it is time for replacement of the whole works. Pricing out new "log" style manifolds and risers I have come across a few kits to update to the newer more modern center type manifolds and risers. The cost is very close on both of them. Is there any advantage to go with the newer style, or should I leave well enough alone and just replace the logs? Anyone have any thoughts on this?
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