Yah lets see some pics of that bad boy. I can see myself buying a little apache scout and painting to match.

Looked into the 454 to 502 conversions. Just from what I've researched all the accessories should work on the 502. I did read something about the fuel pump may need a regulator and the 502 will probobly need a new flywheel. Was hoping somebody might be able to shed some light on the topic.

If you do crate engines, you will need to buy 502 flywheels. The 502 will not have provision for a mech. fuel pump, so you will have to come up with an electric pump and regulator. All of the other acc. should work. I need to find out if your old 454's were Gen. 4 or 5. This will determine what you do with the external oil plumbing.

hook em up matt! andy listen to matt... he wont lead you in the wrong direction buddy.. merry christmas and winter sucks!!

Merry Christmas!!!!,

Yep Matt knows his stuff. Looking forward to putting it all together. I've always wanted to be more hands on DIY with the boats so for me the knowledge gained is priceless.

Found some info on the web that indicated the old 454 365hp was a Mark IV.

You will have to come up with a Gen 6 oil filter adapter... no big D.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

Andy when you're ready for some engines let me know I am working a deal with Marine Power.

Patrick would also like to see a big arch on that bad boy. Give it some thought. :D

Radar arch.......LOL, I'm sure my friends would love that, couple of beers and it would turn into a monkey bar........at speed :drink:

Thanks By U.

Closed on my first house yesterday or I'd have these engines in yesterday. Going up to the lake for new years. Going to try and clean the bilge up a little. Still debating whether or not I want to paint it. I'll post some pics and see what you guys think. Happy New Years everyone.

If the mills are out you need to paint it. You will regret it if you don't:drink:Think about it SERIOUSLY:party-smiley-004:

Paint the bilge.

Heck... paint mine too. :D