R.I.P. Chrysler 318

[Erik]

Thanks for the replies, Bushwacker and Islander!!!

Well...it looks like my engine is shot. I thought I needed exhaust manifolds and risers, which would run $800+. My flywheel is missing teeth too. I could have lived with that, but to have it installed, I would need to hire a mechanic to lift the motor...$500+. Also, my water pump "may" be shot. $100+. Total of $1400+ Plus compression in 1 cylinder was 25 and in another cylinder it was 75. The mechanic stopped the test after that, so he wouldn't have to charge me the full hour. I have access to a compression check setup, so I'm going to check it myself.

So...a mechanic across the canal from my boat has a few complete inboards in the $1300 range. I may look into it soon, or I may wait until Spring. However, if I wait until Spring, I run the risk of higher prices and a longer wait to get engine installed, since everyone is trying to get the boats ready for the season.

Does anyone know a great engine place on Long Island? I'm looking for a deal. I love my boat.

[pelican]

Originally Posted by Erik

So...a mechanic across the canal from my boat has a few complete inboards in the $1300 range. I may look into it soon, or I may wait until Spring. However, if I wait until Spring, I run the risk of higher prices and a longer wait to get engine installed, since everyone is trying to get the boats ready for the season.

Does anyone know a great engine place on Long Island? I'm looking for a deal. I love my boat.

$1,300 -"complete inboard" ??

you sure about that ?


"complete",to me,is the engine's ready to drop in place,nothing is old,or used


this may get interesting...

[ct9amr]

After having 2 inboards I would recommend not cutting corners.
Your best converting to a chevy power and carb to keep it simple. Raw water coole will be simple and cheap and should last a while with only riser and manifold changes every 5 years.

Here is a good site to get some estimated costs.
http://www.marineexhaustmanifolds.com/
or
http://bpi.ebasicpower.com/index.php

You could find a rebuilt or used 318 but you may end up in the same boat if you run into issues again. Spending more $$ and time at the dock vs out on the water.

Depending on the HP you had now you may be able to go down to the 4.3 v6 Chevy.

[Islandtrader]

Ditto ct...there are literally thousands of Chev blocks out there, and you could even by a donor boat sometimes cheaper and just pull the motor.

[fdheld34]

Erik...PM sent

[Erik]

Thanks guys!!!

I'm looking into all options. My budget is $3000. I would love to drop $5000-$6000, but that's not an option right now. I've been looking for donor boats.