reswest101
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Hi there
I own a 1998 22 foot cuddy with a Vortec 305 and an Alpha Leg. About 4 years ago I froze the motor and cracked the block. It still starts up fine and has no water in the oil but leaks alot into the boat. Originally we had considered trying to weld or somehow patch the block from the outside but was told that it would not likely work.
I have since been considering purchasing a long block 350 to replace the 305 on the understanding that most parts would swap over quite easily and I would only need to purchase a four barrel manifold, a new carb to replace the two barrel on my engine, and perhaps a few other minor items.
Recently I was able to locate a newly rebuilt 400 small block out of a mid 70's chev pickup. What I would like to know is how much extra work/expense will I potentially be getting myself into by not going with a newer Vortec upgrade, if it is even possible? Will most of the parts such as the manifolds, ignition, starter, etc still bolt on as I have been told? Will the Alpha leg withstand the extra power of the 400?
Any input or advice will be greatly appreciated.
Thanks Gary
I own a 1998 22 foot cuddy with a Vortec 305 and an Alpha Leg. About 4 years ago I froze the motor and cracked the block. It still starts up fine and has no water in the oil but leaks alot into the boat. Originally we had considered trying to weld or somehow patch the block from the outside but was told that it would not likely work.
I have since been considering purchasing a long block 350 to replace the 305 on the understanding that most parts would swap over quite easily and I would only need to purchase a four barrel manifold, a new carb to replace the two barrel on my engine, and perhaps a few other minor items.
Recently I was able to locate a newly rebuilt 400 small block out of a mid 70's chev pickup. What I would like to know is how much extra work/expense will I potentially be getting myself into by not going with a newer Vortec upgrade, if it is even possible? Will most of the parts such as the manifolds, ignition, starter, etc still bolt on as I have been told? Will the Alpha leg withstand the extra power of the 400?
Any input or advice will be greatly appreciated.
Thanks Gary
