Alpha one drive

roffey

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I have a 3.7 (488r) merc currently in my boat. If I were to replace the motor could I replace it with a 4.3 or would I have to change a bunch of parts in the out drive?
 

Slip Away

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Re: Alpha one drive

Buying a newer, used boat may be cheaper than trying to make a switch of engine/drive.
 

thumpar

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Re: Alpha one drive

The outdrive would not need to be changed. I am not sure about the transom assembly. The engine mounts will be you hardest part. I agree with Slip Away, sell it and buy the boat you want. It will be much much cheaper and easier in the long run.
 

Bondo

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Re: Alpha one drive

Ayuh,.... Agreed,.... Any fitment issues will be inside the transom,.....

A 4.3l will run with the 470's gear ratio, No problem,....

The right Y-pipe might be a bugger, or not,...
 
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