Results are in: jumps right up on plane with minimal trimming cruises 28-31 at 3800-3900 rpms. Having the extra throttle is nice WOT saw 42-43 on gps. Love having that lil extra for those spots when you need to go around etc. all in all extremely pleased.
FYI-UPDATE boat went to shop Tuesday, owner confirmed I was down a cylinder and he will troubleshoot that issue, but also sea water coming in up behind motor so its coming out anyway. Opted for the 383 will post when complete with results of sea trial. Hate when posts get started and have no...
WAs told a "week" for drop off/to pick up, Boat terms that is 10 to 364 days.......worst case the 18 takes a beating this year.
P.S.-Just a quick thanks for all the input here it is appreciated gonna try all suggestions
DAMNIT your both right! MY 180 with the 115 is tuned perfect WOT is 43-44 5200 RPMS, to put it in perspective a NEW 383 FULL DROP In is around 16K here, the price offered is less than HALF THAT for the reman.
The bottom isn't "dirty" per say, it is fresh paint but I was considering having the guy around me that comes and "strips" it so you can start fresh. Yea I am kicking myself in the butt for trying to get away with "one more season". My gut is telling me I'm not getting 100% from the engine to...
ALL is included with the drop in.......props may be needed tho.....all checks out with what you asked EXCEPT (and I am to blame) maybe the bottom could use a good blasting and re paint. props all good, good compression....the drive trim sweet spot seems to be just around the 1/4 mark. The trim...
Just got a great offer to replace my 5.0 MPI with B3 drive to a 383 MPI. Any other users know or have heard anything about this repower? I love the boat hate how it is seemingly underpowered.