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Here is the scenario:

1996 boat with 502EFI engines. Haven't gotten the serial #'s out to see if they are Gen V or VI. Bravo One drives. 382hrs on the hour meter. Previous owner said to be WOT all the time and it's obvious he never really took good care of anything.

I like the hull and it will do what I want ergonomically.

1-Given the purchase price is in line with needed repairs would you,

A) completely re-power with 496HO
B) rebuild the 502 with better parts to gain HP?

2- What would be the premium (ballpark) to be paid for the 496HO vs rebuilding the 502s.

3- If I rebuild the 502s how are the electronic accessories when it comes to wear and tear? Would I be looking at all kinds of computer problems associated with 10 year old stuff?

Thanks in advance to all who reply.

Mike

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re-power with new motors and warranty if your budget allows

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The shipping out is not bad, as the boats go north empty. The shipping back is the killer. All said about $700 RT per pallet.

I was thinking about the 496 MAG but a concern for return on investment came up. If I decide to sell this boat in a few years will I be way upside down? It looks like 40G to repower with all new engines and drives going with the 496HO and bravo.

I would rather not tie up a huge amount of money in the boat but..... I don't want to be penny wise pound foolish either. Therein lies the rub.

What would you think rebuilding and Checking out the electronics on the 502's would run?

MRW

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This should give you a rough idea. http://www.1800runsnew.com/recon.htm

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Thanks that helps. I am leaning toward the overhaul option as a last resort. I think I'll wait until they chit the bit and then put in new long blocks or something.

I am fighting my inner bean counter just to buy this toy. I have been fortunate to be able to make about 3-4 dolars for every one I have in cash with diffrent deals in my life. It gets really hard to start calculating how much having an "asset" tie up 70k +++. I know most of you guys have huge amounts in your boats. I guess I am publically trying hard to justify this thing. :(

I am at the point where I just want to have some fun.

Mike