1980 aq260a or bb260a?

DJ87

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Hi Guys,

i recently bought a new boat and am having a hard time telling exactly what motor i have. Its a 1980 bayliner flybridge model with a volvo penta motor that says 260a on the valve covers. when i look on iboats i see the 2 differnt models but boy do they share alot of the same part numbers. so whats the difference and how do i tell what i have?my i.d. plate isnt were it says it should be
 

DJ87

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Re: 1980 aq260a or bb260a?

oh i also found on the back of my valve cover CU33808 if that means anything
 

Don S

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Re: 1980 aq260a or bb260a?

An AQ engine indicates it's for an outdrive, The BB is for a straight inboard with a transmission, shaft and rudder.
 

DJ87

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Re: 1980 aq260a or bb260a?

ahhhh that makes alot of sense, thanks don!
 
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