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Old 05-17-2005, 08:24 PM
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Default Thoughts/experiences on the GM HP3 (496/525HP) engine?

Looking at getting one and know nothing but the specs. I think Volvo offered this motor for a while or something vlose to it....
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Who is it available through?? Does Gm Vortec sell it now??? How much is it complete???
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How much??? How complete??? I am rigging a new boat and would be interested to see how pricing compares to Merc
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Here it is:
http://www.marinepowerservice.com/En...%2B%20%20525HP
$14,995
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Originally Posted by klmken
525hp reliably in a nice engine package for 15K, not bad!
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is this for $15k a complete turnkey marine engine ?
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Still need the ecm, fuel pump, wiring harness, and throttlebody. I am waiting on a price for these. I would expect $1500??? It is a complete (except for above) marine engine. look at the link.
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They run well....
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