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Please help me identify OMC 800 model# 981918

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JStull01

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I just acquired a '78 Starfire with a Ford 351 Windsor/OMC 800 sterndrive. I know the opinions that many have about these OMC outdrives and I am not really interested in hearing them, I am just wondering if anyone can help me identify exactly what I have. The ID plate on the boat indicates the sterndrive is model number 981918. I googled this model number and so far have come up blank.
 
Your search came up blank because the model number appear to be inaccurate.

You can find a master list on the OMC page...in the orange banner at the top of the page, click boat engine parts and then OMC sterndrive parts and then scroll down...
 
I was able to determine the model# is 990250N which appears to be a relevant number. What I find confusing is that on the port side valve cover of the engine it lists the engine model# as 990250N and the sterndrive model# as 981918. I am figuring this out a I go. Another question I have is about the lower unit. Do all cable shift 800 lower units interchange? Mine is cracked due to poor care/storage. I found a used unit locally and need to know if there are any red flags I should look for. Your assistance with this is greatly appreciated as I am doing my best to keep the cost down on this project.
 
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