Thread: Trying to learn type engine in houseboat, Lazy Days '68
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Default Trying to learn type engine in houseboat, Lazy Days '68
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Hi,

I have recently bought a 1968 Lazy Days, 43' aluminum hull
houseboat. I haven't been able to learn what year or size
the engine is. What I do know is that it's a Crusader, Charger
series, 250 h.p. V8, distributor in the rear, serial # 13050. A
single engine and it's an inboard, which a friend told me is
very rare on this type boat. From that info, is there a way to
find out what type and size engine it is?

Thanks for any help!
David

It could be a 348 or 409 Chevrolet, as the 327 was rated at 220hp in
1968. Any Chevy guy could take one look and tell you in two seconds.
Can you post a pic?

327 looks like this(rectangular valve covers):

http://www.gdwriter.com/graphics/engine_decals.jpg


348/409 valve covers look like this:

http://www.yourcovers.com/valve_cove...0651_or_lg.jpg

Rob
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