Looking at a boat to buy: Blazer 4.3 instead of Mercruiser

[tarip]

Looking at a boat that has a GM 4.3 from a Blazer installed because the Mercruiser engine was trashed. They said they paid $3k to have it professionally installed and converted. I know one difference is the cam and head gaskets are different, but i guess my main question is this a boat to walk away from? Or will it be alright? Just makes me nervous that they did not install an OEM motor in the boat. Thanks for the help!

 

[Bryan76]

Re: Looking at a boat to buy: Blazer 4.3 instead of Mercruiser

What is it and yr just bought one like that with the same engine and mine spun a bearing but i got a KILLER deal so with a reman and me doing the work im still way below nada so if it runs good and go by nada buy it

 

[Howard Sterndrive]

Re: Looking at a boat to buy: Blazer 4.3 instead of Mercruiser

depends on how it was done.
would I walk away from a boat because the short block is from a Blazer? no

I'm sure Rapido and other reputable rebuilders use mostly truck cores for marine engines.
It's the use of marine correct bolt-ons and conscientious labour that will determine if it runs great, or is a nautical disaster.

The next boat you look at may have a Blazer short block too,
and you won't know if no one tells you

My boat has a Chevy V6 crate block that was destined for a car.

 

[tarip]

Re: Looking at a boat to buy: Blazer 4.3 instead of Mercruiser

The boat is an 1989 Winner 17' open bow. Seems to look like a nice boat all around. They are asking $3900 for it. Like I said earlier, the motor transplant is what worries me the most.

 

[Bondo]

Re: Looking at a boat to buy: Blazer 4.3 instead of Mercruiser

Like I said earlier, the motor transplant is what worries me the most.

Ayuh,... As noted above,... It's a Non-issue, if done right...