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Marine Engines Repower – Bayliner Cierra 2655, 1991 model Mercruser MCM 5.0l LX
Dennis, Thanks for your inquiry and the opportunity at earning your business. Since Mercruiser made both Alpha and Bravo sterndrive models with that engine I would not be able to tell you without knowing which one your engine is setup for. Can you give me the original engine serial number? Or can you tell me if [...]

4.3L Marine Engine Longblock Performance Specification
Mike, Thanks for your inquiry and the opportunity at earning your business. The Hp rating for longblocks is determined by the fuel system that’s install back onto the engine. For example since GM only produced one marine version of the 4.3L during this timeframe Mercruiser used this same longblock on their 190 Hp 2 barrel carb [...]

Marine Engines – Replacement marine engine for my boat 5.7 mercruiser 1992 #0d763634
Marty, Thanks for your inquiry and the opportunity at earning your business. Using the links below you can review your options. Let me know if you need any further technical information or help placing your order. In either case I will be glad to assist! Link to Block Code/Serial Number Location http://www.perfprotech.com/store/app_themes/PPT/images/block-casting-no.jpg Link to Remanufactured Longblocks http://tinyurl.com/68kcet8 Link to Remanufacturing [...]

Suzuki Marine Outboard Motors – Replacing a Fuel Pump on a DF70
Step by Step Video Instructions illustrating how to change an electric fuel pump on a Suzuki DF70 outboard motor. Watch Video

Boat Trailer Parts and Accessories – How to Replace a Boat Trailer Hub
Step by Step video instructions illustrating how to replace a leaky oil filled hub on a boat trailer. Watch Video

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Maximum Power Capacity 600 HP (447 kW)
Lower Unit Design Performance Torpedo
Maximum Propeller Diameter 1 X 16"
Water Inlet Location DWP - Torpedo and Strut or LWP Option
Clutch Type High-Strength Smooth-Shift Cone Clutch with F-N-R
Available Gear Ratios 1.26, 1.35, 1.50:1
Counter-Rotation Standard
Upper Unit Gear Set Precision Shimmed Assembly with Net Forged Bevel Gears, Steel Chimney Bearing Supports, Reinforced Ribbed Top Cap, Heavy-Duty Caged Roller Bearing
Lower Unit Gear Set Precision Shimmed Assembly Forged Bevel Gears with Anodized Billet Bearing Carrier or Twin Counter Rotating Propshafts for Bravo Three
Propshaft Material Heat-Treated Stainless Steel � Larger 1.25� Shaft for Bravo One
Standard Exhaust Outlet Low-Restriction Through Transom or Through Propeller
Required Propeller Hub HD Solid Hub for 1.25� Shaft
Recommended Lubricant Mercury High-Performance Gear Lube
Monitoring System Drive Lube Monitor w/Audio Warning or Engine Guardian�
Corrosion Warranty 3-Year, Limited
Housing Construction XK 360 Low-copper Alloy & 356 Aluminum Machined for Larger Bearings
Corrosion Protection Tri-Paint, Anodes & MerCathode� Electronic Corrosion Prevention
Anode Type Ultra-Pure Aluminum Anodes or Magnesium Anode Kit
Speedometer Pick-up Integrated Into Lower Housing, Digital Output Optional
Steering System Single Cylinder Power Steering with Anti-Feedback, or ITS Option
Steering Range 56� Range Stop to Stop, Digital Output Optional
U-Joint Type Heavy Duty Permalube� Virtually Maintenance-Free
Power Trim System Twin-Cylinder Hydraulic Featuring Power Trim XD� Kick-up Return
Typical Trim Range -5° to 11°
Trim Limit Switch Adjustable Limit Analog or Digital - Engine Dependant
Trailer Limit 46°
Trim Hinge Pin Design Heavy-Duty Permanently Lubricated � No Maintenance Required
Hydraulic Trim Lines Stainless Steel Braided Armor
Drive Coupler Greaseable From Inside Boat
Drive Weight 130 lbs. (59 kg)