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Buddyc
04-23-2011, 08:13 PM
I found this company that has sattelite offices nationwide. Prices seem to be the best I have found so far and they didnt appear to skip on quality.
I am going with the 383 grade 2 400hp 435 torque long block for $2350.
They will have it marine ready. 2 yr warranty. The best I have found so far and im going to stop looking

Carl C
04-23-2011, 08:30 PM
So what's the name of the company........?

Buddyc
04-23-2011, 08:37 PM
So what's the name of the company........?
Chit sorry. Short term memory isnt what it used to be..lol
http://www.westcoastengines.com/#!

mrfixxall
04-23-2011, 09:15 PM
china intake?? lloks like its questionable..no address to trace,looks like he may be a middle man,the pics on facebook look like he is shipping out of his house..

http://www.facebook.com/pages/West-Coast-Engines/145313655479136?sk=info#!/pages/West-Coast-Engines/145313655479136?sk=info&closeTheater=1

fogducker III
04-23-2011, 09:34 PM
china intake?? lloks like its questionable..no address to trace,looks like he may be a middle man,the pics on facebook look like he is shipping out of his house..

http://www.facebook.com/pages/West-Coast-Engines/145313655479136?sk=info#!/pages/West-Coast-Engines/145313655479136?sk=info&closeTheater=1

+1 Buddy, keep looking, that looks like trouble IMO.....

Buddyc
04-23-2011, 10:05 PM
+1 Buddy, keep looking, that looks like trouble IMO.....

I really do trust all of your opinions. I plan on keeping the boat for a long time and would rather go with a new, fresh motor . Guess the search continues. I'm I drunk ? Be quiet Fixx. Lol

Carl C
04-24-2011, 04:36 AM
Yeah, you don't want to get cheap with the engine.:drunk:

joseph m. hahnl
04-24-2011, 06:52 AM
china intake?? lloks like its questionable..no address to trace,looks like he may be a middle man,the pics on facebook look like he is shipping out of his house..

http://www.facebook.com/pages/West-Coast-Engines/145313655479136?sk=info#!/pages/West-Coast-Engines/145313655479136?sk=info&closeTheater=1


LOL:rofl:! What isn't Chinese? I thought this needed to be said . The Chevy 3.4 V- 6 engines that are in the Equinox, are made and assembled in Singapore. Here I thought I was buying American Mussel
,and I ended up with Chinese clams


http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_mEU-Mjfm6GI/Sa6P8IXcJOI/AAAAAAAAAFA/fXSzp-D3KCc/s400/mussels+on+rope.png

http://pre.cloudfront.goodinc.com/posts/full_1296764249geoduck.jpg


http://amberface.files.wordpress.com/2008/05/ewww.jpg (http://www.sodahead.com/fun/funny-cat-pictures-lol-or-wtf/question-1662331/)

fogducker III
04-24-2011, 08:38 AM
I really do trust all of your opinions. I plan on keeping the boat for a long time and would rather go with a new, fresh motor . Guess the search continues. I'm I drunk ? Be quiet Fixx. Lol

Is there not a reliable, local engine builder you can go to? That way you get exactly what you want, if the guy is worth his salt, you get the motor dyno'd, installed and set-up properly, any problems and at least he is close by.......and you are not paying for shipping etc.....:wink:

Buddyc
04-26-2011, 03:41 PM
Found a Merc reman 383 stroker Carb 7 grand complete without Bellhousing ( I have one) Here are the specs:350 HP 429 ft lbs torque




Part Number865108R90Horsepower @ flywheel350Kilowatts @ flywheel261Maximum RPM (WOT)4800-5200CylindersV-8 Remanufactured Iron Marine BlockDisplacement (CID/L)383 / 5.8Bore & Stroke (in/mm)4.03 x 3.75in

102 x 95mmCompression Ratio9.5:1Fuel / Ethanol Tolerance87 octane / up to 10% ethanolEngine Control SystemThunderbolt V w/Knock ControlFuel Delivery System4V carburetor and electric fuel pumpFuel Injection System / Carburetor Type750 cfm Weber 4V with electric chokeInduction SystemDual plane aluminum intake manifold with brass water crossoverCharging alternator amp65Charging alternator watt917Water drain systemMulti-point drainExhaust SystemElectro-deposition paint coated warm iron manifold with dry joint elbowCooling System143F Raw Water Bravo with Sea Water Pump & Engine Oil CoolerAccessory Drive SystemSerpentine beltLubrication SystemHigh Flow 100 psi Oil PumpRecommended OilMercury MerCruiser Synthetic Blend 25W-40, NMMA FC-W ratedPistonsForged Aluminum Alloy w/Teflon Coated SkirtCranktrainForged Steel Rods and 4340 Steel CrankshaftRocker Arms1.6:1 Full Roller AluminumLength (in/mm)32in / 814mmWidth (in/mm)30in / 740mmHeight (in/mm)22in / 559mmWeight (lbs/kg)871lbs / 395kgFeatures & Related ProductsAnalog Controls

Analog Gauges

Full closed cooling (KIT)

Hydraulic / Power steering

MerCathode

Remote Oil filter

Brad Lyon
04-27-2011, 09:12 PM
Check out this place. It is right down the street from my shop. I have heard good things about them but I do not have first hand experience with them. I did meet someone at AOTH X last year that bought two engines from them and he was pleased.

http://www.michiganmotorz.com/

Brad

pipnit
04-27-2011, 10:39 PM
---------->The sting of poor quailty far outlasts the Joy of a cheap price... <----------

Buddyc
04-28-2011, 11:45 AM
---------->The sting of poor quailty far outlasts the Joy of a cheap price... <----------
Sounds like a wise man talking..:wink:
I put a money down on the 383 from Mercruiser today. 7 grand with a 3 year warranty. Some things you just cant skimp on and a pet peeve of mine is having to do the same thing twice. Thanks for the advise guys

Buddyc
04-28-2011, 11:55 AM
Specs for all you motor heads...:wink:
Rated at 350hp @ crankshaft - 427 ft/lb
(Optional headers available at additional cost for 375hp - 450 ft/lb)

STANDARD EQUIPMENT INCLUDED IN THIS
383,

MerCruiser dry-joint exhaust manifolds & risers
Serpentine belt-driven raw water pump
Webber 750 carburetor
Fuel lines (U.S.C.G. approved)
New and improved stainless steel valves
Oil pressure switch, oil sending unit and all required sensors
Thunderbolt V Ignition System, spark plugs and wires
14" sterndrive flywheel, MerCruiser BRAVO HP coupler, and bell housing Throttle bracket and throttle clip
70-amp alternator, bracket and tensioner (U.S.C.G. approved)
High torque bottom mount starter (U.S.C.G. approved)
MerCruiser engine wire harness (10-pin plug)
Thermostat housing with thermostat
Forged pistons
High-flow flame arrestor with cover
Dipstick & dipstick tube
Corrosion resistant black urethane paint
All pulleys, hoses, belts, installed Motor mounts
Roller Rockers / Lifters
4340 Forged Steel Crankshaft
High-Flow & High-Volume Oil Pump
143ºF Thermostat
Remanufactured engine block
(all other parts are brand NEW and assembled by MerCruiser)

SPECIFICATIONS:

Horsepower: 350hp @ crankshaft
WOT Operating Range: 5600-6000 rpm
Engine Configuration: GM Small Block V8
Displacement: 383 c.i. / 6.3L
Compression Ratio: 9.0:1
Idle Speed: 600 rpm
3-Year Limited MerCruiser Warranty

mrfixxall
04-28-2011, 01:24 PM
WOT Operating Range: 5600-6000 rpm


Wont be able to hear the wife screaming SLOW DOWN at that rpm :embarasse

Buddyc
04-28-2011, 02:12 PM
WOT Operating Range: 5600-6000 rpm


Wont be able to hear the wife screaming SLOW DOWN at that rpm :embarasse


Hey Fixx... How did you know she was a screamer?!:kingme: