coming over from the dark side?

hoot

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I have a chance to purchase a 1995 Chris Craft with a 305/Volvo IO, 19.5 ft. bowrider, very good shape with low hours. Looking for opinions on the combination, what to inspect, etc... I have been boating since 1978 with a Glaspar 165IL, Mercruiser outdrive. I am not familiar with volvo's at all. Such things as where is the shift cable located, availability of parts/mechanics, can you see the outdrive bellows, repair manuals available, where are the zerk fittings, known issues with this motor/drive, etc...
 

Don S

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Re: coming over from the dark side?

Just like Merc, full model numbers and serial numbers are a must to know what you have for sure.

You call it a 305, but I doubt it is. If it says 5.0L, chances are it's a Ford.
 
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