please help!!! thanks

[camarokid77]

Hi im new to the boating world im 19 and just bought a 88 regazza b/r 19' it doesnt have an engine and i have searched and looked and cant figure out what an inboard outboard boat uses for a transmission and any help will be gratley appreciated, please let me know what goes between the engine and outdrive and how things hook up?!!! thanks!!!:confused:

[MOP]

Hi im new to the boating world im 19 and just bought a 88 regazza b/r 19' it doesnt have an engine and i have searched and looked and cant figure out what an inboard outboard boat uses for a transmission and any help will be gratley appreciated, please let me know what goes between the engine and outdrive and how things hook up?!!! thanks!!!:confused:

The shifting is done in the out drive, only a few models use a separate transmission. A shaft come through the transom to the engine, basically it is a package engine and drive assembly.

Phil

[joseph m. hahnl]

http://www.xtrmarine.com/auctions/active/092608/1900_Transom/sm_DSC00287.jpg (http://www.xtrmarine.com/auctions/active/092608/1900_Transom/xl_DSC00287.jpg)this is the inner and outer transom assembly, the part laying down is on the inside of the transom and is also the motor mount for the flywheel enclosure


http://www.xtrmarine.com/auctions/active/092608/1900_Transom/sm_DSC00289.jpg (http://www.xtrmarine.com/auctions/active/092608/1900_Transom/xl_DSC00289.jpg)this 3 piece assembly will bolt on the outside of the transom and through the inner mount. The transom will be sandwiched in between. The drive shaft will pass through into the fly wheel of the engine.


http://www.xtrmarine.com/auctions/active/092608/1900_Transom/sm_DSC00288.jpg (http://www.xtrmarine.com/auctions/active/092608/1900_Transom/xl_DSC00288.jpg)this is the opposite view from inside the boat the lever sticking off is for the steering



http://i12.ebayimg.com/08/i/000/ee/64/3420_2.JPGall of the shifting is done inside the drive leg
the drive leg bolts to the three piece assembly


http://www.xtrmarine.com/auctions/active/092608/1900_Transom/sm_DSC00286.jpg (http://www.xtrmarine.com/auctions/active/092608/1900_Transom/xl_DSC00286.jpg)
http://www.xtrmarine.com/auctions/active/092608/1900_Transom/lg_DSC00285_17.jpg (http://www.xtrmarine.com/auctions/active/092608/1900_Transom/xl_DSC00285_17.jpg)




this is a blow up of parts that are associated with the complete assembly


https://www.mercruiserparts.com/images/CRUISER/99964/30065.png




https://www.mercruiserparts.com/images/CRUISER/99964/30066.png


https://www.mercruiserparts.com/images/CRUISER/99964/18759.png


https://www.mercruiserparts.com/images/CRUISER/99964/30062.png

[Phil S]

...Mr. Phil (MOP), and Mr. Hahnl !

(everyone starts somewhere, and we all need a mentor or two to get us "there")

Welcome Camarokid.....pay attention to these folks on here...tremendous depth and wealth of information on here.

What type of engine / drive combo are you considering ? Do you have an outdrive already ? If so, what type...Mercruiser, King Cobra, Cobra ? Pass along what info you have on it, and keep in mind you will need a marine engine to install.

I, personally, may not be much help, but post as much info on what you have and I feel certain you will be overwhelmed by the information others on this board can offer.:yes:

With kind regards,
Phil S

[Phil S]

One other thought Camarokid....

"new to the boating world", to me, means you should strongly consider a boating safety course before your first launch (if you haven't done so already).

With kind regards,
Phil S

[RedDog]

I'm no expert and not a motor head, but -

I'd say you want a marinized (sp?) Chevy 350. Brass freeze plugs, marine fuel pump, marine distributor (or just cap?), marine alternator, marine carb, and a cam that won't result in reversion (sucks water back into the cylinders). You could go wild on performance but Regazzi hull / configuration is not really conducive to performance. I'd shoot for 260 to 300 HP and be happy with what you get.

You can likely find a used take-out that will serve you well - maybe even but a complete boat and scavenge the engine for yours

[camarokid77]

Wow guys thanks so much that was an amazing help i want to do a 350 sbc in the boat i have a omc cobra outdrive that is suposed to be the original but i want a new one, breaking down on the water is the last thing i wanna do, thanks again everyone

[MOP]

You will not find a new Cobra, it is a pretty strong drive but parts are getting slim. To convert to another manufacturer will be pretty costly, do some thinking before you get to deep!

[Donzi Vol]

Hi im new to the boating world im 19 and just bought a 88 regazza b/r 19' it doesnt have an engine and i have searched and looked and cant figure out what an inboard outboard boat uses for a transmission and any help will be gratley appreciated, please let me know what goes between the engine and outdrive and how things hook up?!!! thanks!!!:confused:


Wow guys thanks so much that was an amazing help i want to do a 350 sbc in the boat i have a omc cobra outdrive that is suposed to be the original but i want a new one, breaking down on the water is the last thing i wanna do, thanks again everyone

Welcome to Donzi's and donzi.net! As others have said, this is a great site for information, help, and fun. You've got guys here who have worked on boats for years, and maybe even a maveric who worked in the donzi factory once upon a time. You definitely have plenty of folks who have done restorations and have been where you are.

I too, am a novice mechanically, but I have learned A LOT in the last couple years (mostly due to the patience of BlownCrewCab!).

I like your 350 idea, but as MOP said, get everything set in your head and on paper before purchasing. A swap can get tricky and expensive, but swapping to a chevy is always a good call to me!

I agree that you will want to get a little training if you're completely new to boating. It's amazing how quickly things can go awry once on the water. We've all been there, so no pride here.

Keep us updated and post pics when you can (we love pictures!)

All the best,
David

[BlownCrewCab]

Wow, That is Sooooo Sweet, I'm Touched:cistineb: .... (j/k) no touching... Anytime I/We can help you, we will, I don't know a lot, but I know a little about a lot of things, there for, I can BS:toiletpap my way through, It's got me this far:smile:...All kidding aside, welcome and don't be affraid to ask....

[Donzi Vol]

Wow, That is Sooooo Sweet, I'm Touched:cistineb: .... (j/k) no touching... Anytime I/We can help you, we will, I don't know a lot, but I know a little about a lot of things, there for, I can BS:toiletpap my way through, It's got me this far:smile:...All kidding aside, welcome and don't be affraid to ask....

I've always tried my best to be a sweet heart :D