144 blower on stock 350
05-23-2014, 10:02 AM
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144 blower on stock 350
Hello,
Looking for some advice I have an opportunity to get my hands on 2 weiand 144 blowers for cheap. I was wondering if my stock 350 mercruisers could handle them and how much modifications I would have to make. Also is it worth it? Any input is greatly appreciated.
Looking for some advice I have an opportunity to get my hands on 2 weiand 144 blowers for cheap. I was wondering if my stock 350 mercruisers could handle them and how much modifications I would have to make. Also is it worth it? Any input is greatly appreciated.
05-23-2014, 11:31 AM
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Fuel injected?
05-23-2014, 12:14 PM
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Well, the good thing is that stock 350's are relatively cheap and you have two of them if you scatter one. I believe they are set up with cast pistons and crank, so if you add boost, make sure you don't set it up lean.
05-23-2014, 03:34 PM
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Are they complete with all the pulleys, brackets, intake and thermostat housing? If so, put in a A/F meter, convert the carb to boost sensing, lock out timing and don't pound anymore than 5lbs of boost. Enjoy.
05-23-2014, 03:58 PM
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05-27-2014, 03:16 PM
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I had a 260hp merc 350 with 144 and it lasted 1 year before burning a exhaust valve. Really woke up that little engine. Gained 8 mph. Was running 6lbs boost.
