Still looking to upgrade my Volvo/Penta

[DBRICH]

Hey guys, im still doing my homework and you all are a great help, i have been shopping for upgrades for my 19' Bayliner, from a AQ131A/275 od to a ???/. I have found a AQ170A/270 od. Do any of you know the HP of this engine and would it be a good swap ?? I have also found a 4.3 crate motor and a 290 od. Not sure if they will bolt together and what adaptors and plates i will need, while the 170/270 set up is complete.<br />Any thoughts >????<br />As always, Thanks much

 

[Haut Medoc]

Re: Still looking to upgrade my Volvo/Penta

Don S. will know.....Wait for his input....JK

 

[Dunaruna]

Re: Still looking to upgrade my Volvo/Penta

I'm not Don but I'll offer my 2cents anyway.<br /><br />The 170/270 was a good strong package but it's over 30 years old now, it probably has issues.<br /><br />Me thinks it might be a case of out of the frypan and into the fire.<br /><br />From memory - the 131 was 120HP and the 170 was 170HP rated at the flywheel which means it will be about 155/160 at the prop.

 

[Don S]

Re: Still looking to upgrade my Volvo/Penta

To add to Dunaruna's comments, the 170 is also a 6 cylinder and is a lot longer than your 131. It's also an extra 200 lbs. How will that fit in your boat?<br />The other thing you should look at is the motor mounts. I don't think your 131 has any front mounts or pads on the stringers or stringers for the mounts for the 6 cylinder. So take that into consideration.

 

[DBRICH]

Re: Still looking to upgrade my Volvo/Penta

Thanks Don and all, your right, no 6 cyl mounts in the tub, length is ok with lots of room fore and aft. I don't think the extra wt is a problem for the hull but may negate the gain in HP? So much to consider. Is it tough to add the needed mounts or is this getting crazy ??<br /><br />Nice to have you pros on board before chunking out the cash. Many thanks again... DBR