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Lenny
07-27-2007, 09:52 PM
What does a small block with cast iron (stock) manifolds weigh and what does a 454 or likewise with Stainless Marine weigh in at ???

..... ????

Thanx in advance :)

DonziFreak
07-27-2007, 10:35 PM
and let me ask, what would you guys consider a good "conservative" motor?

Lenny
07-27-2007, 11:00 PM
and let me ask, what would you guys consider a good "conservative" motor?

I am powering the Bench seat X-18. I want Arneson and I know I need natural bow lift. I am sitting in the back seat already, and a little more weight surely won't hurt "I" am thinking. As well, I am running on Arneson Rocker plates so I have a bit of flexibility here.

Just curious as to the weight...


:)

Boatless
08-04-2007, 05:44 PM
Do you have any photos of this?

smoothie
08-07-2007, 11:34 AM
Lenny,I thought of your quest when I was reading this...maybe some useful info for ya.
http://www.infoblvd.net/sah/ArtVanPelt/VanPelt_7.html

MOP
08-07-2007, 01:56 PM
Lenny I am fairly sure both in stock Merc form is right at 200lbs, with the added weight you will need less rocker plate action. Best of luck with the project!!!

Phil

Last Tango
08-08-2007, 09:05 PM
http://www.mercurymarine.com/engines/inboards/sterndrives/mpi350_specs.php

Lenny,
This link will give you the small block weights with different drives.
By linking through to the various drives, you can find out what those weight, as well. And a 496 will probably weigh about the same as a 454.

Lenny
08-09-2007, 08:41 AM
Thanx all... :)