seized engine

[rockhard981]

i was wondering if someone can help,i have a 1979 omc 120 thats seized,i was wondering if i can bolt up another engine (like a 2.5 chevy) ,any advice would be great.

 

[chiefalen]

Re: seized engine

I just went thru what you going thru.

You can bolt a 3.0 merc, omc , or volvo.

Just change over the coupler and the manifold.

I bought a 140, had a 120, now i have 20 more wonderful horses doing my bidding.

I swear don't seem like the same boat.

 

[rockhard981]

Re: seized engine

thanks alot chief,the coupler you are talking about ,is that the one that bolts to the flywheel
btw,you are a lifesaver.

 

[Fishermark]

Re: seized engine

You'll notice a big improvement if you go with the 3 liter over the 120. And yes, the coupler bolts to the flywheel.

 

[chiefalen]

Re: seized engine

Here is what i would do it. Old post.

http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?t=280334

 

[chiefalen]

Re: seized engine

I forgot something , i think you will need a motor made before 1990.

 

[rockhard981]

Re: seized engine

would any other engine besides the 3.0 work with that bellhousing?like a pontiac 2.5L,having a tough time finding one

 

[chiefalen]

Re: seized engine

You need a marine engine.

This is a perfect time to get one.

Look on e-bay.

Any 3.0 /140 will do.

A fresh water one is the best.

I got the whole boat with the trailer for a great price.

I'm gonna use the trailer from the donor boat for my 76' Arrowglass Couger.

You might have to use your old manifold if you use a merc. / volvo.