engine rebuild

tiabone

Recruit
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Jul 28, 2011
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I want to rebuild my 4.1 mercruiser and was surprised at the cost of an overhaul gasket set at marine suppliers, 280$ and up. A set for a 250 chevy at many auto parts stores is considerably less. I know it would not include all the necessary gaskets, but even buying the additional ones needed it still is considerably less. The question is: is there a actual difference in the gasket themselves between auto and marine gaskets?
 

Tahorover

Chief Petty Officer
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Mar 7, 2011
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Re: engine rebuild

When it comes to gaskets, I've always gone to my local Car Quest or Napa and ordered a Fel Pro marine set.
 

91rr

Seaman
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Apr 21, 2011
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Re: engine rebuild

Are you running in salt water or strictly fresh water?
 

91rr

Seaman
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Re: engine rebuild

The head gasket is the only one that I would be concerned about.
 
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