525 sc mercruiser
 

Looking at a 382 with mercruiser 525sc engines,bravo drives and wondering if anyone knows anything about this engine package and it's reliability and what additional mods can be performed on this engine to do even better.The engines at present have 371 hours on them. :D

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Have a friend here that has a '98 382 Fastech with this engine package. Blower whine sounds SWEET! He turns about 76 m.p.h.

These motors are 454 blocks and not very amenable to power upgrades. The blower is actually "small" and will not evenly distribute a fuel charge to the cylinders if modified. You would need to go to a dual carb set-up.

Troutly is right on with the drive advice. More power and you will be popping drives like bubble wrap.

My advice ... refresh only as is.

Re: 525 sc mercruiser
 

have built many 525s nice turn key mtr will need valve springs within the next 100-200 hrs if you want to keep it turn key dependable dont do anything but the valve springs and get the drives gone though the 525 is ripe for upgrades but the price is dependability!!!

good luck with what ever you decide and if I can be of further asstantce you can email me and let me know

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What brand of springs would recommend and the engine have not been run for at least 8 months but it was fogged out correctly. What would you think a cherry 95 would be worth fully loaded out,a/c.latham external steering,wipers,full cover ect.Has no trailer and that will cost me $10.200.00 for a new loadmaster. Bob

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i had some.. very good motors. i would ck the valve train & blowers, also ck to see if it has the small pullies.

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Goodt.... Would you recommend to use a fully synthetic oil in these engines and what about fuel?????

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Customryder....What is with the small pullies ????

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alot of time people put a 2- 3\4 " pulleys on the top to up boost. it will shorten eng. life some what. if the pulley is the same size as the snout it has them.

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customryder.... Where would I get different pullies if need be.

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Stock pullies are NLA from Merc,but Fred at Trick Marine can get them.Doubt you will need them,tho

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I have the 1998 Formula with the 525 SC motors that Red Dog is referring to. Any questions, contact me.

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I have a brand new aluminum tri-axle trailer made for the formula 382 that has never been used. It was built 1 month ago. It has disc brakes along with a spare tire and hub. Let me know if anyone is interested.

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mharrison... Send me pics of it and how much,if I deside to buy this 95 382 boat it will need a trailer.

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Can you give me some details on the trailer ...who built it ? where is it now ? and how much ? Thanks .. Mike Bell Jax FL

[email protected]

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Did you feed your boat "Miracle Grow"???? :D :D

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offthefront(mike) I think bob still has that 357sr1 down in Jax,he called me the other day,it seems he can't sell that boat

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:drink:

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Yea .... I talked to him last week ....might go back and take another look .....maybe he's getting Hungry .....

Hey Russ .... did you know a 357 is only 7" shorter than a 382 ? :D

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Offthefront.... Have you ever heard his boat run before.It would be a descent boat if the silent thunder platform and other issue were not damaged.Has Bobgot the boat listed?? :D :D

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I also have a trailer for a 382. 2003 aluminum Ace which is at Fastboats in Ft Lauderdale. Price $5000 or less depending if it needs anything. I let them store it for the last 2 years.

Call 954 942 8433 if anyone is interested in more information.
John B

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I have a 1999 south florida triple axle with diamond plate fender and tool box, disc on two of three, 16.5" tires, alloy wheels, used in fressh water, additional LED lights installed. It was originally under a 38 Top Gun. Give me a call if you are interested I am looking for a stepped hull trailer.

Al 704-634-8430

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Charmed1..... What are you asking for the trailer and do youhave any pics :D

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I don't have any but I will take some. The boat is on it right now. What is your email?

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How ripe?

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Never got an answer...

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Freshen engines, change heads to Merlin or Dart cast iron marine heads, upgrade cam, bigger blower such as The Blower Shop 250. Dean Nickerson preped carbs, better exhaust. You can make 600-625 HP with a single Dominator carb. Talk to Dean, he won't steer you wrong. I had this set up in a 311 and it ran great.

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mharrison , please send me info on your trailer to [email protected]. I have am in need of a trailer for my 38 Fastech.

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Thanks...