Replacing a Mercruiser V-6 with an 888

[pastorbud]

I am looking at a 1987 Glassmaster 19' Cuddy Cabin that needs an engine. Current owner says it "had a V-6". http://newlondon.craigslist.org/boa/1438098155.html

I currently have a Ford 302 and Mercruiser 888 drive in my 1973 Cruisers Inc. What do I need to know if I am considering installing that motor in the smaller boat? Is the 302 too heavy for a 19' Cuddy Cabin?

 

[zbnutcase]

Re: Replacing a Mercruiser V-6 with an 888

No weight isn't an issue, and this swap isn't all that difficult, but why? You would be going backwards installing that package. The 302 is a good engine in of itself, but the parts specific to the 888 package are NLA or merely difficult to find...'nutcase

 

[jtybt]

Re: Replacing a Mercruiser V-6 with an 888

You may need to add the 888 transom assembly as well as all the other components. The 888 was a type I drive and the 4.3 most likely has an MR/Alpha(probably different gear ratio). You'd have to check into all that. Do your due dilligence in measuring mounting points. May or may not be a straight swap.

I recently did a 2.3(ford) to a 4.3(GM) and it was a straight swap but I had to use the 4.3 drive because of the different gear ratio.