I cracked the block in my 2000 Crownline. I am trying to definitively ID it so I can order a replacement from Rapido. The serial number on the little tag over the starter is 652379. Is that enough to narrow it down?
*Edit There *may* be an "L" ( L 652379) at the beginning, but as clean as it is...
What is the best (easiest) way to identify the engine in my 2000 Crownline. I looked at the pad by the cylinder head and cannot see any stampings. Getting to the back of the block looks to be near impossible to find the casting number. I bought the boat new and know its the original one. Any...
What are the differences between an automotive and marine 4.3l vortec? Where does everone get their repower engines? Surely there is a preferred source?
Ok, I have a 2000 4.3l Mercruiser. Took it too the lake this morning and all was well until about a half hour into the run I opened up the throttle. I noticed a loss of power and a knocking noise. So I shut it off, pulled the motor cover and observed steam coming out of the pcv hoses from both...
