I just got a 1974 Reinell mercruiser 165 inline v6 from a friend and have called around to a few boat mechanics here in town and most will not work on the boat, too old or they will not be able to get parts is what they all say. I found one old timer who was like that is a great motor and was more then willing to take on the project will be I need a prop, a battery, siliniod and a plug from what I know about the boat and maybe some JB welds on the head. I don't want to put a bunch of money into something that I will never be able to find all the parts for or get into the water. So I am looking for a little direction as to where I might be able to find parts and just do the work myself.