OMC outdrive replacement

[rojoc]

OK, here is a question for any OMC enthusiasts. Bayliner, 1986 5.0L OMC outdrive.(NOT COBRA). Is there any outdrive that can be used as a direct replacement without major renovations? Thanks in advance.

 

[bruceb58]

Re: OMC outdrive replacement

Simple answer is no unless you put another stringer drive on there.

There are a few guys on here that actually think this is the best drive to have...I would have to disagree with them though. I am sure you may too!

 

[Coors]

Re: OMC outdrive replacement

another stringer thread....

 

[KaGee]

Re: OMC outdrive replacement

another stringer thread....

No one makes you read them. Please don't trash someone's thread.

Conversions to a Merc or Volvo setup is possible. It's only a matter of time and money. It usually involves a rebuild or additional build up of the transom. It's easiest done by transplanting the power plant from a similar sized "donor" boat as the cables, pieces and parts necessary are expensive to buy new.

 

[Manipulator]

Re: OMC outdrive replacement

Not to hijack the thread but I kinda wish there was a OMC Stringer topic/forum directory. Sometimes it gets to be a pain weeding through the OMC Cobra and Merc threads to find info on the OMC Stringers. Since I have one, its the only thing I am interested in reading with regard to outdrives. No offense to you Merc and Volvo owners.

 

[aerwin]

Re: OMC outdrive replacement

the conversion can be done, it is not easy and you must have deep pockets, unless you can get a doner boat, it would be easier to replace the stringer with a rebuilt stringer, enjoy it for a few years and sell it while it is running good. a good stringer will last 15 plus yrs with no problems. most boats are not worth the conversion, just due to the cost that could be incured.