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Old 02-24-2007, 09:32 AM
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Reasonable reliable power?

I have been considering a 1998 to 2002 Formula 382 with 500hp, 525hp, 500efi or 525efi - maybe 525sc. Lots of boats use these motors. They seem like a great balance between power, reliability and economy. Please share your experiences with these packages and the out drives that suit them best.

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Originally Posted by Mark
I have been considering a 1998 to 2002 Formula 382 with 500hp, 525hp, 500efi or 525efi - maybe 525sc. Lots of boats use these motors. They seem like a great balance between power, reliability and economy. Please share your experiences with these packages and the out drives that suit them best.

Thanks in advance, Mark
HP 525 EFI........strong motor, turn key and closed cooling.
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Originally Posted by TSPM
HP 525 EFI........strong motor, turn key and closed cooling.

What he said...
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I think the words "reasonable" and "reliable" are contradictory terms when talking about marine engines. If a stock Merc 525is deemed "reasonable" for you, that's what I'd go with.
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Thanks guys!

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