That would be plenty. Most of the boats in that size range I've looked
at have the engine partially below the floor line and seldom have much
space in front of the flywheel. If the boat had a big block as an
option there may be a little more room. It's certainly something I'd
try to do if I thought it was possible.

Jim wrote:
Engine doesn't have to come out if you can slide it fwd 6 inches or so.

"seeray28(steve)" wrote in message
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sorry but the engine has to come out to do this, as well as your wallet

"John Chaplain" wrote in message
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I have a 2002 Stingray 240cs with a 5l Mercruiser and Alpha one
outdrive.

I'm pretty sure the engine coupler is spun. Does the engine have to
come out to replace this? or can I do it in place?