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Chris Craft Scorpion 182 Project

JacoSA

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Hi I'm from South Africa and got my hands on a chris craft scorpion 182. The problem is that the boat does not have an engine, but does have the stern drive. The engine used to be a mecruiser 228. In SA though I cant find a replacement 228 Mercruiser to fit in there, What can i do? The hull is in very good shape and the stern drive looks to be in good condition as well. The only parts left of the engine is the 'bell housing' and the exhaust pipes from the bellows where it should be connected to the risers. The 350 chevy engine is widely available but that's an automotive engine. What options do I have and what recommendation can you give me regarding installing a 350 Automotive engine in the old Craft?


Thank you
Jaco
 
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Here is some pictures of what I have. Please keep in mind that the boat was not cleaned yet, and it was sitting in a shed for 11 years!
 
Ayuh,.... A 350, dressed in marine accessories will bolt right in, it's the same as a 305, externally,....
 
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