On Sun, 25 Nov 2012 10:30:00 -0600, "James"
wrote:

Hi, I have a boat engine question. I'm looking at a 30' Bayliner
Encounter. It's in need of one engine (350/5.7L GM) I may replace with
the same thing or go with diesels either a 6.2L or 6.5L which I
understand the 350/5.7L parts will fit. My question is do the original
engines rotate in opposite directions and if so how does one take care
of that? Thanks, Jim

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Buying an older boat with a blown engine is a very iffy proposition
from a value standpoint unless you can get the boat for next to
nothing and everything else is in great condition. It's a buyers
market for used boats and I'd be surprised if you can't find something
similar in good running condition. Having an engine swap done by a
professional mechanic usually ends up costing over $20K.

If you want a diesel powered boat you are better off to buy one
already equipped.