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    4.3 Mercruiser ID

    I cracked the block in my 2000 Crownline. I am trying to definitively ID it so I can order a replacement from Rapido. The serial number on the little tag over the starter is 652379. Is that enough to narrow it down? *Edit There *may* be an "L" ( L 652379) at the beginning, but as clean as it is...
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    4.3L Vortec Engine ID

    What is the best (easiest) way to identify the engine in my 2000 Crownline. I looked at the pad by the cylinder head and cannot see any stampings. Getting to the back of the block looks to be near impossible to find the casting number. I bought the boat new and know its the original one. Any...
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    Remanufactured Engines

    What are the differences between an automotive and marine 4.3l vortec? Where does everone get their repower engines? Surely there is a preferred source?
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    Somethings cracked...

    Ok, I have a 2000 4.3l Mercruiser. Took it too the lake this morning and all was well until about a half hour into the run I opened up the throttle. I noticed a loss of power and a knocking noise. So I shut it off, pulled the motor cover and observed steam coming out of the pcv hoses from both...
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