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flyerdon 06-23-2016 03:25 PM

Help finding correct engine coupler
 
Guys,
What is the best engine coupler to use? 1988 Migage Intruder 217 w/ alpha 1 w/ 383 Stroker approx 375hp... Original finally gave up when I was using a 4 blade 19 pitch prop pulling a large tube...... cant seem to find the original, only sierra aftermarket and they don't look exactly the same triangle type

Thanks

Don

GLENAMY 242SS 06-23-2016 04:24 PM

If you are interested in a used one I know where one is that is most likely available. It was mine and I parted with it just on Monday.

Ryan00TJ 06-24-2016 09:29 AM

12.75" vs 14" flywheel will determine which coupler you need. My prior 383's were the 12.75" flywheel and used the Merc 12632A6. The 14" will need Merc 12632A4.

flyerdon 06-24-2016 09:31 PM

Thanks, I will have it out tomorrow and will measure

Don

flyerdon 07-03-2016 11:41 AM

Will a Bravo engine coupler fit 14" 168 tooth flywheel Alpha bell housing ??? Any suggestions for a HD coupler ??????

GLENAMY 242SS 07-03-2016 01:49 PM

If you Alpha drive had the triangle shaped coupler the hole where the coupler sticks through the flywheel cover (bell housing) is much smaller than the Bravo cover. You will need to change the flywheel cover with a Bravo one.

flyerdon 07-03-2016 04:13 PM

The hole is 5 1/4 ". Do you know what size the Bravo coupler is ?

GLENAMY 242SS 07-03-2016 05:46 PM

My Bravo coupler is 6-3/8" Obviously the hole must be larger. I measured coupler circumference = 20" / 3.1416 = 6.37"
Good Luck

picklenjim 07-03-2016 11:56 PM

Are the driveshaft diameter and splines the same on a Alpha and Bravo?

flyerdon 07-04-2016 06:57 AM

I'm told they are the same.... I don't now that first hand

flyerdon 07-05-2016 11:30 AM

ordered a 18643a5....... we will have to see if its correct when it arives

Thanks guys


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