RePower 1984 Sea Ray 270 express

[ifeedm]

I have a 1984 Sea Ray w/twin 228hp mercruiser engines. I have about 1250 hours on them and they still seem to run well. I have been wondering if when the time comes to change engines if it would be better to go to a 4.3 liter fuel injected engine since it has basically the same hp and less weight. The stern of my boat sits so low that I thought this would help, as well as getting better fuel economy. Is this something that would work? I hate to spend all the money for a new boat when this one is perfectly fine for my weekend use. Thanks for anyone that can help

 

[achris]

Re: RePower 1984 Sea Ray 270 express

Bruce,<br /><br />Sounds like you've thought it though quite well. I have changed many 228s for 4.3EFIs and the customer is always over the moon.<br /><br />That 228 hp is 'at the crank', whereas the 220 hp of the 4.3EFI is 'at the prop', so you should notice a significant difference.<br /><br />Chris.............

 

[ifeedm]

Re: RePower 1984 Sea Ray 270 express

Thanks!! Do you feel an investment like this is justified for a boat of this age?<br /><br />I appreciate you input!