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Old 01-19-2017, 01:28 AM   #1
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Lightbulb 1995 Maxum 2100 5.0 engine block cracked

Need some expert advice, please.

I have a 95 21' open bow that is in very good condition except the fact that the engine has a crack in the block. This thing actually starts and runs great for the short period of time I had it running. With the boat being as old as it is I am hoping to come across a good deal on a used drop engine. I just need to know what engines will work without major modification. I would be fine with dropping in another 305 or even a 350. I know the 350 could be a bit much for the alpha 2 outdrive but I really just use it for cruising around the lake. I never open it unless the water is calm because I personally don't like getting beat to death. There is a 5.7 near me but its listed as a "MERCRUISER 5.7 ALPHA ONE GEN 0NE" complete engine. Will this work? If not, what should I be looking for? The current 5.0 has a 2 bbl carb. I attached a pic of the engine for sale.
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Old 02-03-2017, 09:44 PM   #2
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The Alpha Gen II can handle 300-350 HP.
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You should be able to use just about any 305 or 350, as long as they come with intake manifold and valve covers. Those are different for vortec vs pre-vortec engines. Yours should be pre vortec. If you buy a later engine, you will need a vortec intake with it.

You'll end up reusing your electronics and ignition and carb, and accessories.

I think the distributors are different as well, now that I think about it.
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You should be able to use just about any 305 or 350, as long as they come with intake manifold and valve covers. Those are different for vortec vs pre-vortec engines. Yours should be pre vortec. If you buy a later engine, you will need a vortec intake with it.

You'll end up reusing your electronics and ignition and carb, and accessories.

I think the distributors are different as well, now that I think about it.
I did a repower last year from a prevortec to a Vortec and used my old distributor no issues.
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Cracked Block ? Are you getting water in your oil making it milky or just water driping in bilge ?
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