165hp to v8

[sag7374]

what all do i need to swap out a 165hp or inline 6 to a v8 will the v8 bolt up to my existing bell housing thank you sag7374@hotmail.com

 

[WillyBWright]

Re: 165hp to v8

Welcome to iboats.

You'll need a complete motor including exhaust manifolds, Y-pipe for the exhaust, and a way to mount it on the sides. Your inline has a front motor mount. That will be of no use on a V-anything. Not all boats made for inlines have the structure to support a V. I can't answer about the bell housing, but that would be the least of your worries at this point. If it's a GM V-8, there might be a chance. If it's anything else, no chance.

 

[JB]

Re: 165hp to v8

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[Don S]

Re: 165hp to v8

You are also going to need a different inner transom shield (mounts are different for a V8) also a different gear ratio in the drive and splined shaft.

 

[whywhyzed]

Re: 165hp to v8

But after you get all that sorted out... yes, the bellhousing will actually bolt up.. haha.. Chevies are Chevies as far as that goes.