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Thanks! This is the first ballpark number I got on it - If I find the right motor, more hp, and able to find someone willing to do it I think that would be worth it. Cheers
Would the 305 use the same outdrive, wiring, and transom bracket? Anything else I would need to consider? It sounds like I just need to find a mechanic who has worked on more engine swaps…. I certainly don’t know but I am lead to believe it is more work/money than it’s worth…. Yet I was given...
I called Green Bay prop regarding a 305 I saw they had listed online… no 4.3’s…. I’m not sure if that would even be an option but would be nice to have the hp. Are you from wi? Any recommendations on mechanics I could reach out to for this kind of work? As mentioned a few I spoke to we’re not...
The transom was repaired the previous owners. I suppose I will have to take a closer look at this but I believe the stringers are good. What is the best way to confirm this on a fiberglass boat
Thanks for the welcome - yes the 470 (190) is blown. The mechanic I am working with is actually advising to scrap the boat but it is very hard for me to do. I’d be willing to put money into it especially if there is an opportunity to put in a somewhat newer motor/refurbished into it with more...
I was advised by others to join this thread as there have been lots of information of swapping a 190 to a 4.3. Based on discussion I’ve heard it can be fairly straight forward as it should pair with the outdrive and the stringers on my ‘85 Chris craft scorpion 215 “should” along to hold the v6...
