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    2003 Chris Craft Launch 25 - VolvoPenta engine replacement - need engine advice

    Here’s the breakdown of my quote. Labor: $5,375 Parts: $13,200 Elec. Pymt fee: $557 Sub total: $19,132 taxes: $825 Total: $19,957
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    2003 Chris Craft Launch 25 - VolvoPenta engine replacement - need engine advice

    I have been sitting on this quote while I have been researching a new engine option. “Remove bad engine from boat, remove parts to reuse on new engine block Engine failure was caused by the failure of a factory installed pressed on fitting giving way. The engine quickly lost oil pressure...
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    2003 Chris Craft Launch 25 - VolvoPenta engine replacement - need engine advice

    Agreed, could get pricey, waiting to see what my quotes come back with and then go from there.
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    2003 Chris Craft Launch 25 - VolvoPenta engine replacement - need engine advice

    Thanks Scott, all great points. Yes, we were happy with the power, max speed has never been top priority for us, but the torque always seemed to be a bit laggy throughout acceleration, but that could just be me. With the insurance money, around $20k, I am looking to do a complete Repower...
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    2003 Chris Craft Launch 25 - VolvoPenta engine replacement - need engine advice

    Meant to mention, we did get some insurance money back on the old engine which helps a little with the decision.
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    2003 Chris Craft Launch 25 - VolvoPenta engine replacement - need engine advice

    I would be inclined to put a 5.7 back in but we had so many random issues with the original that I wanted to explore a fresh engine.
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    2003 Chris Craft Launch 25 - VolvoPenta engine replacement - need engine advice

    Hi everyone, Our 2003 Chris Craft Launch 25 is unfortunalty in need of a new engine. She came with the 5.7l GXI. My mechanics have recommended replacing with the new 6.2l 380. I have asked them to also run a quote for the 5.3L 350. We are original owners of the boat and plan to keep her...
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