U.S.S. Too Tall
Petty Officer 2nd Class
- Joined
- Jul 30, 2011
- Messages
- 120
I have a 1979 MFG Caprice with a 140 hp I/O. GM engine. I would like to know if there are any "bolt on" power up grades for this engine. I am new to you boating world, and all that I know about right now is the different props used to get better acceleration or top speed. I am not sure what style/size prop is on there now. I do know that at WTO i got to about 43 MPH at 4200 rpm. Some people have said that was great for that boat, so Im not complaining. Since I am a new (old) boat owner, I know that in spring time I want to do the "normal" plugs and wires, but wondering what other type of maintenance should be included? When it comes time to winterize, I will have the shop do the oil changes, and give it a good once over and see what they can see.
So, the 2 questions that I have......
1 - Is there some type of bolt-on performance parts for I/O's? (or any boats really)
2 - What would be the best type of plugs and wires for boats? ie, MSD, Accel, etc.....
Sounds like rookie questions to me, but I had to ask. Thanks guys!!
So, the 2 questions that I have......
1 - Is there some type of bolt-on performance parts for I/O's? (or any boats really)
2 - What would be the best type of plugs and wires for boats? ie, MSD, Accel, etc.....
Sounds like rookie questions to me, but I had to ask. Thanks guys!!