Akjohn
Contributing Member
New member here with questions.
I recently aquired a 27' Uniflite Express Cruiser with twin 318's and Paragon transmisions.
The boat is not in my possesion as of yet, however it has been sitting for 8-9 years and I have been told the motors willl need to be replaced or rebuilt and I am trying to learn and decide the best course of action.
When I get the boat I can evaluate the condition of the motors, trannies, shafts and all that.
In the meantime I hope to learn what to look for and what might be the best route, I have made the assumption that if the trannies are still uasble replacing the 318's would be the simplest way to go.......?
Is this a reasonable course of action? Is it likely I can rebuild these motors or should I anticipate replacing?
Finally, do I really need 450 HP, yeah, I know that will be fun, but what about a couple of GM 4.3's.......?
Thanks.........John
I recently aquired a 27' Uniflite Express Cruiser with twin 318's and Paragon transmisions.
The boat is not in my possesion as of yet, however it has been sitting for 8-9 years and I have been told the motors willl need to be replaced or rebuilt and I am trying to learn and decide the best course of action.
When I get the boat I can evaluate the condition of the motors, trannies, shafts and all that.
In the meantime I hope to learn what to look for and what might be the best route, I have made the assumption that if the trannies are still uasble replacing the 318's would be the simplest way to go.......?
Is this a reasonable course of action? Is it likely I can rebuild these motors or should I anticipate replacing?
Finally, do I really need 450 HP, yeah, I know that will be fun, but what about a couple of GM 4.3's.......?
Thanks.........John