Ok, we all have to have a very serious talk about this project. Dad and I finished building the cradle today and took the engine and drive out of the truck for close inspection. I knew the engine was toast, but I thought I would be able to use some things, but NOOOOOO, all of the accessories are frozen with rust, and the outdrive had tons of water in it. So all I have is a hull and a trailer.
One has to stand back and make sure that they want to keep up with this venture. I mean from a money standpoint. I am not looking to make any money, but I will not loose money either. So this project just might be a non starter.
Here are some options.
1. Buy a total repower used out of a newer boat, but run the risk of other peoples problems. I found a 1996 350 mag with transom assembly, and alpha drive for $3400, but it is on Chicago, but I am in Texas. That is a very long drive.
2. Stick with the 2 barrel setup and get a 305 long block locally and put it back to stock configuration with a SEI aftermarket drive. It would still be really fast, but not crazy fast. That combo would be about 2500, and no driving.
I still have upholstery and a windshield to buy on the spendy stuff.
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