Well, I went earlier today to pick up the "new 3.0". Guess what? It was a 3.7 470. :( The guy giving me the motor sincerely believed he still had a couple of 3.0's sitting around and was more than happy to let me have one for free. The good news was that he was more than happy to let me have...
You guys are a wealth of knowledge. I do appreciate it. Also, not sure why nola_mike swap thread didn't pop up when I did my initial search before asking in this thread. THAT is a vast amount of knowledge! So thanks.
NOW unto my current situation..... I had a long time customer come by the...
Wow the responses have been great! My biggest issue with the 3.7 is finding parts at a more reasonable price/availability. I am no stranger to engine work (mainly in the auto world) having rebuilt numerous pre-96 Fords and GMs. The 4.3 appeals to me because I have a good Alpha 1 Gen 1 outdrive...
I am at my wits end with a 1986 Mercruiser 3.7 170 aka 470. It is coupled to a Alpha 1 Gen 1 outdrive sitting in a 1986 Searay Seville CC 19'. I have a cracked exhaust manifold (cant seem to find a decent used one), low compression across all 4 cylinders (65psi) and a leaky oil pan. I am...
