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CAP071 03-03-2004 08:22 AM

why even make both, Just make a 496 HO anything less go with a smaller CID motor. which would be what ? a scorpion?

CigDaze 03-03-2004 08:42 AM


Originally posted by rtaylor
So how much would one expect to spend on the 496 complete engine all the way to prop? I'm not much of an engine guy and get confused when prices are qupted, thinking certain pieces are missing.
This should give you a ballpark figure:
http://www.affordablemarine.com/merc_io_packs.htm

This is for engines only:
http://www.affordablemarine.com/merc...eng_prices.htm

Fuelish Pleasures 03-03-2004 08:44 AM

When I bought my 496MAG it was about $4K more than the 6.2L and $4K less than the HO (never priced the Scorpion). Figured I would use that $4K I saved later to change the cam and look at other mods and possibly get a better bang for the buck. Check out http://www.raylarengine.com/ for some possible upgrades.

rtaylor 03-03-2004 09:07 AM

Thanks fellas:

These prices include exhaust and and everything else I would need?

bikinilover 03-03-2004 11:32 AM


Originally posted by R Addiction
3mph!!! Is that top speed;) ?
Sometimes it feels like it.

suncoastdave 03-03-2004 04:14 PM

496ho all the way.

Indy 03-03-2004 04:44 PM

I didn't want an engine that wasn't running at its optimal configuration, I got the HO. I don't think I'd have been happy knowing that there were a few more horses to be had for a few extra dollars. You get over the dollars quick, but knowing there's more to be had for the lifetime of your boat isn't worth it...go for the HO.

R Addiction 03-03-2004 07:46 PM

Thats what I'd say.......GO FOR THE "HO" :D

Dano 03-03-2004 07:52 PM

It's about $1800 actually...best money you will spend in this sport. Get the HO...50ponies and no doubt 2-3mph in whatever hull it's in. You would be very shortsighted not to.

CAP071 03-03-2004 07:56 PM

Problem is it's a 2002 left over boat, as is, out the door. seems like a good deal just it has a 496 plain not HO :(


Maybe i can just whipple the Byach :eureka:


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