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Vic Smith

On Sun, 31 Aug 2008 13:28:32 -0700 (PDT), wrote:

On Aug 31, 11:19?am, Vic Smith
wrote:
On Sun, 31 Aug 2008 07:03:29 -0400, jim wrote:
I'd go with a complete OEM engine. And the EFI option is worth the few
extra bucks. Putting old accessory parts into a junkyard engine isn't
going to buy you reliability or longevity. Putting new accessory parts
into a junkyard engine isn't going to save you much money vs a complete
new OEM engine.

GM crate engine cost was pretty low last I looked. maybe $2200 for a
350cid. ?Paid a bit more for an Olds - 305 I think - to replace my
son's smoker.
Don't know how that will translate after "marinization."
I agree with you. ?The hassle of old stuff past its time isn't worth
the cost difference.
You hear that ticking with an old engine and your heart drops thinking
about pulling heads. ?With a newer engine you just find the exhaust
leak. ?

--Vic

Where can I find new engine and and what is the labor cost of
instaling it

Sorry if I didn't make clear I was talking about cars.
You mentioned 5.7 which is a 350.
Wait for the boat guys to get in their suggestions.
There's the "marinization" issue and I know nothing about that, or
install costs.

--Vic