Mercruiser 260

[armyeng1]

Hello, I have purchased a 1985 Sea Ray 300 Weekender, I would like to know if I can replace my Mercruiser 260 Engines with two 454's. Is there enough head way and will they mount and connect correctly. Did they ever make this boat with 454's? Also, I am looking for two take-out 260's if anyone has a lead on them. I can not afford a re-power this year and would like to find some good used engines.

Cheers
Manny!

 

[Haut Medoc]

Re: Mercruiser 260

Hello, I have purchased a 1985 Sea Ray 300 Weekender, I would like to know if I can replace my Mercruiser 260 Engines with two 454's. Is there enough head way and will they mount and connect correctly. Did they ever make this boat with 454's? Also, I am looking for two take-out 260's if anyone has a lead on them. I can not afford a re-power this year and would like to find some good used engines.

Cheers
Manny!

Your drives cannot handle the power output of 454's.....
It is possible to install 454's with new drives, but very co$tly......
Your best bet is to get some rebuilt longblocks from Rapido marine in Miami.....

 

[captk]

Re: Mercruiser 260

Is this a I.O., I.B., or V drive boat. Sea ray did make a few 30" with 454's in the 70's. might check with them for specs.