Re: A little help identifying my engine please...
Here's the thing, Chris... I have been around boats all my life. I have driven, launched, and docked them. I know rules, courtesy, and think safety first. The boat was a steal, and now I see why. I pulled out a V6 in my '78 Olds (my first car) and replaced it with a 350/4bbl carb, a bigger transmission with an added shift kit (my friend actually did that,) better torque converter for stall speed modification, and so on. I spent over 2 months rebuilding the 350 in my dad's garage (much to his dislike with all the oil and grease on his nice, well-kept floor. At any rate, my mindset is "automotive," because this motor looks very much like my 'ol Olds from 25 years ago. I am mechanically inclined enough to change the carb, distributor, starter, alternator (which I did and the marine shop tech even said the other one WAS in fact an automotive alternator) and spark plug wires. A girl that I dated from 1986-1989 had an uncle a few houses down and I learned much from days of trolling, swimming, water-skiing, and helping him maintain his Baja and then a cabin cruiser when they adopted their children... BUT I am new to the engine and stern-drive elements in regards to MARINE compliance. I can do almost anything in reference to those parts posted previously even re-wiring with a new harness and being sure to use marine connectors, not regular ones. The only problem I will need to research and have a specialist facilitate is the manifold cooling issue. I'm OK with doing the work because I like to "flashback" to my teenage years into my early 20's, I love to learn, and I take pride in doing things right. I just don't understand how people can do things half-assed and then take their family or friends out on the waters with a clear conscience. many people on this thread have explained that this engine is basically setup to be an explosion waiting to happen. That is unbelievably pathetic and disturbing;absolutely unacceptable in my eyes. I appreciate you taking the time to provide me with your knowledge, experience, advice, input, and feedback. Many, many thanks, Chris!!!
