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Reinstalling engine

kandy

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"4.3 liter mercurcuiser- when

"4.3 liter mercurcuiser- when you take engine out do you unbolt motor mounts directly from boat (2 bolts going directly into boat, the front ones.
When you reinstall which ones do you do first front or back mounts and do you align engine with the back mounts and do the front just go in place. Do you need to replace fiber washers. If you have any other tips that might make job easier."
 
"When I replaced my 3.7 224 4

"When I replaced my 3.7 224 4 cyl with a 4.3 v6 I followed my manual on removing and re-installing an engine.Belive it or not it's not that difficult,the hoist or lift is the most important thing you will need and also a alignment bar.

unplug wiring
remove raw water intake hose
unbolt both cables ( lower and upper shift)be careful not to bend the shift cable or you will be replacing it.(like I did)
remove power steering hoses
remove risers and exhaust elbows
remove both back bolts while keeping up tension on the engine and I did replace my bolts and fibers.
remove front mounts (I would replace them also)
up up and away....
I do suggest you purchase a #18 merc manual
reinstalling takes a little time that's why you need the manual."
 
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