Another Alpha one Gen I to Gen II Swap Thread

[Joshto]

I went through many threads on the forum about this topic. Tons of useful info; almost all have slight variations or involve an engine swap, which isn't my case.

Next year I will need to rebuild the transom assembly (bellows, bearing, cable) and water impeller and possibly reseal my 1990 Alpha One Gen I paired with a 1998 3.0L.

I found a decent deal on a full Gen 2 setup (outdrive, transom assembly, and power steering) off a 1998 3.0L bowrider; it's "ready" to drop in (I need to inspect it all in person).

Other than removing the engine, what would be a reason not to do it? I've read that Gen IIs have several benefits over Gen Is, including smoothness, quietness, and a more durable water impeller.

The whole Gen II assembly costs a few hundred more than I estimate I'll spend rebuilding my Gen I with OEM parts.

Appreciate the input.

 

[alldodge]

The Gen 2 is a better design then previous, go for it

 

[Pmt133]

You have to drill 2 more holes in the transom for the new assembly.

 

[Joshto]

You have to drill 2 more holes in the transom for the new assembly.

I read about that. I can use the inner plate as template. And I haven't researched it but I guess one has to apply 4200 to the inside of those two new holes, and replace the transom gasket.

 

[Pmt133]

I read about that. I can use the inner plate as template. And I haven't researched it but I guess one has to apply 4200 to the inside of those two new holes, and replace the transom gasket.

Just coat the exposed wood with a thin 2 part epoxy. That's already more than the factory probably did.

 

[nola mike]

Just coat the exposed wood with a thin 2 part epoxy. That's already more than the factory probably did.

I like 4200. Satisfying squish lets you know that there isn't room for water in there

 

[Pmt133]

I like 4200. Satisfying squish lets you know that there isn't room for water in there

Until it shrinks and cracks.

 

[Scott06]

The Gen 2 is a better design then previous, go for it

X2 on this no reason not to do it. The lube bottle and the better water pump are two great reasons to do it

 

[Joshto]

It's a 2000 Gen 2, ratio 1:1.98. I'm going to check it in person soon, but it looks great, and the seller claims it's mint.

I searched around, and the internet says it does, but do you know if the Power Steering actuator from my Gen 1 will fit the Gen 2 inner transom plate without issues?

 

[Bondo]

It's a 2000 Gen 2, ratio 1:1.98. I'm going to check it in person soon, but it looks great, and the seller claims it's mint.

I searched around, and the internet says it does, but do you know if the Power Steering actuator from my Gen 1 will fit the Gen 2 inner transom plate without issues?

Ayuh,..... It should,.....