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question on size, pitch and blades...
I have a 1996 caravelle interceptor, 23' with a 5.7 merc and an alphaone outdrive. I assume its about 220 hp and I just insitalled a 4 BBL intake and a 600 cfm 4 BBL carb so it may be a little more. Currently running a 14.5 X 19P aluminum prop. Everything...
thaks to all for the help with my intake and carb issues.. but now i need to ask another question.... after removal of my sun deck so i could fit down inside (yes im a big guy) to change my intake and carb, oh and not to mention the new starter that the so called mechanic replaced a year ago...
after years of issues with the stock 2 bbl carb on a merc 5.7. im curious if i should replace/rebuild with stock or it would pay to replace it with something a little bigger? I know Holley produces a 300 and 500 cfm carb. and was thinking of going that way? Just wanted to know if anyone knows if...
