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Thanks for all the input. I haven’t put eyes on the engines yet, they’re about 2 hours away from me so I may go see them tomorrow and report back further. I like the idea of the etec and maybe overhaul the 88 myself. But still un decided.
The current 88 spl falls on its face launching, and...
Any thoughts about boat performance changes? I would expect less speed and hole shot compared to what I’m used to, but I don’t know how significant it would really be
Unfortunately my 88 spl is now in need of a rebuild after countless hours. A shop quoted me a newly rebuilt 88 spl for $3,000 installed or a 2004 etec 75 for $3,400 installed. I like my old school engine but it would be nice to have a quieter more efficient engine. Anyone have thoughts? Also...
