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Bravo3 and Volvo Penta engine

kvdk

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"I own a Arriva 2552 with a Vo

"I own a Arriva 2552 with a Volvo Penta 8,1 L / 420 HP (2006) installed with the original Mercruiser Bravo3 duoprop drive - Has problems with the drive and want to buy a new/second hand drive but need to know the gearing in the drive - can anyone tell me what i need ... ?"
 
"Klaus - Never owned a Penta d

"Klaus - Never owned a Penta duoprop, but have owned earlier Penta models. That drive has a good reputation. What kind of problems? Seems like a repair from a mechanic that knows what they are doing would be a better option. New parts are pricey, but you can find used or excess inventory on the Internet pretty easily."
 
Klaus - OOPS - I think I goofe

Klaus - OOPS - I think I goofed. Thought you were talking about a Volvo Penta DuoProp outdrive. The Bravo 3 duoprop is made by Mercury. I have no experience with those. Sorry.
 
"the drive shaft housing is &#

"the drive shaft housing is 'common', the gear ratio is "changed" in the lower gear housing. There should be a decal on the left side of the drive shaft housing with the gear ratio and the serial number. if not, you can measure it or disassemble it and count teeth."
 
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