Merc/alpha or bravo vs. volvo penta

[mattie_k]

So all of my boating life has been with the "good old" merc/alpha engine and drive set up, but next year I'll be getting a new boat (brand spanking!!) and the option is there to switch to the volvo set up. I have no idea about the volvo product. Anybody have any pros and cons?

 

[Don S]

Re: Merc/alpha or bravo vs. volvo penta

If you get the chance to go to Volvo, do it. You will NEVER regret it IMHO.

 

[mattie_k]

Re: Merc/alpha or bravo vs. volvo penta

Why is that though? I'm not doubting you, your advice has never been off point yet, just want to know what the differences really are.

 

[Scaaty]

Re: Merc/alpha or bravo vs. volvo penta

Volvo, hands down.......(I thought there new forward prop drive system I saw in an ad was a joke, until I read up on it. Ingenious!)<br /> Good Luck with the new boat.

 

[Barnacle Boy]

Re: Merc/alpha or bravo vs. volvo penta

Volvo: <br />2 yr. warranty <br />smooth cone clutch <br />drive saver coupling <br /><br />Merc: <br />1 yr. warranty<br />noisy dog clutch<br />no coupling<br /><br />Check some of the other boat forums and do a search Volvo vs. Mercury. Interesting reading. Google Volvo vs. Mercury and see what you come up with. Check with a dealership that sells/services both products. See what they recommend. Good luck.