Re: check this out!
Captjason, Well ya know how hindsight is 20/20? Well the story goes like this, 2 summers ago my exhaust manifolds rusted out and I didn't realize it (on the inside) Was able to recognize water could into cylinders. checked cylinders and didn't run until clear of water(one cylinder had water) I only had boat for 3 years. Motor running good along with out drive. So after My wake up call I could not get ex mans. I was able to get 460 to 454 adapters and new alum 454 ex mans and risers which worked out well, aligned right up with my Y pipes.(have an 1 1/2' higher rise which I don't think would be any issue). So anyway I spent some money to repair and STILL didn't get a clue some other RARE part could break. Uhhh like a coupler!!! After spending quit some time I found where I could get a coupler($600.00 gold plated) After this I pretty much checked what parts I could and could not get. I just had the Cobra out drive checked out and everything looks ok. I know by the time all said and done price of re power and new/rebuilt drive are going to be close,"I think". And last I really like how the 460 pushes my 26' it cruises well and at a nice RPM etc...I hopefully have the major hitters covered as parts go! Sorry for the long winded story! Paul
