1997 Volvo 4.3L GS

[butlp]

Looking at a boat with a 1997 Volvo 4.3L GS. Owner states this is very low hours and well maintained. From the photos it looks like new, but when I get to look at it in the flesh anything particular I should be looking for?<br /><br />Any problems with this engine/outdrive?<br />What is the difference between the 4.3 GS and GL?<br /><br />Thanks in advance

 

[Walt T]

Re: 1997 Volvo 4.3L GS

I forget which but one has a 4bbl and the other has a 2.

 

[vinney]

Re: 1997 Volvo 4.3L GS

Volvo Penta GS=General Motors Superior = 4 barrel. Volvo Penta GL= General Motors Low = 2 barrel. Volvo Penta FSI= Ford Superior Injected.

 

[butlp]

Re: 1997 Volvo 4.3L GS

Thanks guys!<br /><br />What HP is the GS, is it 190 or 210 with the 4 barrel?<br /><br />Any problems with this motor I/O combination?

 

[vinney]

Re: 1997 Volvo 4.3L GS

The first GS 4.3 were 205 hp . The new ones are 210 hp. This is a very good engine. Look at the service records for the prior owner. Service is key to the condition of this engine.

 

[Walt T]

Re: 1997 Volvo 4.3L GS

A compression test is always good and a test drive is a must. It should start easily, and should run smoothly at all rpms. No smoke should be visible. When backing off the throttle you should not get any smoke, and no backfires.

 

[cmyers_uk]

Re: 1997 Volvo 4.3L GS

Sorry to piggy back on this post, but I have a Volvo Penta 4.3GL, does this mean that I could fit the GS Carb and get 210hp? Or is it more complicated than that?<br /><br />Regards<br /><br />Chris

 

[Bondo]

Re: 1997 Volvo 4.3L GS

does this mean that I could fit the GS Carb and get 210hp?

Carb,+ Manifold......

 

[cmyers_uk]

Re: 1997 Volvo 4.3L GS

Thanks, starting to save then!<br /><br />Chris