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I have an 88 Bayliner Trophy. 5.0 engine was replaced with a 5.7 engine 5 years ago, so no identifying numbers where the manual says they should be. The starter gave out, so I order the replacement Sierra 18-5905. It is much larger than the original. Bolt pattern appears the same, but...