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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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Marine Cooling Systems Learn about the benefits of closed cooling, 1/2 versus full closed cooling systems, how to install a thru hull fitting, installing closed cooling on an old engine, and much more.
Marine Engines & Repowering Topics Learn about marine engine topics ranging from how do I replace my engine, my accessories are still good can I just replace the block, are automotive and marine engines the same, do the new EPA regulations apply to marine engines, is the 454 different from a 496, etc.
Marine Exhaust Systems Learn about marine exhaust topics such as when you should replace your exhaust, aluminum versus cast iron, are coatings beneficial, do marine gaskets require sealant, how tight to torque risers, etc.
Mercury and Mercruiser Topics General Mercruiser topics ranging from how to find your Mercruiser serial number, where to find Mercruiser installation drawings, and what is Mercury CPO product, how are Mercruiser engines affected by the new EPA regulations.
Propellers Fundamentals Find out everything you ever wanted to know about propellers.
Sterndrives & Transom Assemblies Learn more about Sterndrives such as how to if you have an Alpha Gen 1 or Alpha Gen 2, what is your gear ratio, how to adjust your shift cable, etc.
General Marine Technical Topics General marine topics such as "Is WINTERIZING Something I Can Do Myself", "What is Marine Corrosion And How Can I Prevent It", and "Should I Fog My Marine Engine".
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