new to boating and need some help!!!

icemanxxx

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I have just bought a 1988 four winns from my brother in law.the boat was setting outside and the lower unit was stolen.I need help to determine the exact part that I need.<br />the engine is a mercruiser alpha 1 3.0 liter 4 cylinder 130 hp.this is what i know about the engine <br />is there anything else that I may need to know about this before searching for one (I'm trying to find a used one!!) If anyone could help me out I would greatly appreciate it.thank you, iceman***.like I said I am new at this and really dont have a clue yet. :confused:
 

Solittle

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Re: new to boating and need some help!!!

iceman - You need to post this in the I/O section. This one is for outboards.
 

magster65

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Re: new to boating and need some help!!!

I'd contact your merc. dealer on that info to be absolutely sure. That's the one thing the dealers give away free, info.
 

anesthes

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Re: new to boating and need some help!!!

You need a alpha 1 outdrive (MR) for a 120-140hp..<br />1.85:1 is the ratio you want. Look on ebay, they can be had for under a thousand..<br /><br />Your prop however is gonna be tricky to size up..<br />You'll have to figure that one out as you go.<br /><br />-- Joe
 
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