On Wed, 09 Jun 2004 22:04:18 -0400, trainfan1 wrote:

88SeaRay270 wrote:
Quick question to all who have experience replacing exhaust manifolds. I
need to replace the exhaust manifolds & elbows on my 1988 4.3L Mercruiser
sterndrive. If I go with aftermarket parts, I think I can save about $100.
I'm trying to decide whether it's worth the potential problems, if any.
Are the aftermarket models bolt in with no issues??

Thanks!

Now would be the time to free-up that back pressure and lighten the load
in the boat by switching to Stainless Marine SS manifolds & risers...
I'm not sure they're made for the 4.3 V-6, but they are for the V-8s...

Rob

Tell me more. I'm approaching the end of the eighth season with the manifolds
and risers on my 5.7L. What is a good source for the stainless set? Is the life
expectancy much greater than for the iron?

John H

On the 'Poco Loco' out of Deale, MD
on the beautiful Chesapeake Bay!