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Old 05-07-2007 | 04:05 PM
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Need opinions on the new merc 383 MPI stroker as a replacement for a 5.7 mag.

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Old 05-07-2007 | 05:55 PM
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I know there were some 383 quicksilver remans out there at a decent price. I didn't opt for that due to the fact that there were no extended warranty offered on them. If I was gonna drop that kind of loot I'd want to be able to get the 5 years.
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You can get 3 years additional factory extended warranty with them. Our customers are reporting better performance than the 7.4 and better fuel economy
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Old 05-07-2007 | 11:38 PM
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You can get 3 years additional factory extended warranty with them. Our customers are reporting better performance than the 7.4 and better fuel economy
An over generalization, but I remember Lingenfelter used to say the 383 is one of the best motors around. BB torque, SB weight and economy.
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I have a pair of built 383's, not Mercs, and I really like them. I picked up a solid 10-11 MPH over my 6.2's, and the bottom end torque is just nuts. I am putting Stainless marine exhaust on this month, and re-dynoing, but I couldn't be happier with the 383's. They are torque monsters.
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Old 05-08-2007 | 11:19 PM
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I just bought one with a Bravo package and transom assembly to put in my Donzi X-18 project boat I am doing for my wife.

Larry at my marina has installed a few and has nothing but good things to say. The price is right on some of them.

I am liking the idea of a 70+mph turn key boat.
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Old 05-09-2007 | 03:33 PM
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Originally Posted by unbroken
I have a pair of built 383's, not Mercs, and I really like them. I picked up a solid 10-11 MPH over my 6.2's, and the bottom end torque is just nuts. I am putting Stainless marine exhaust on this month, and re-dynoing, but I couldn't be happier with the 383's. They are torque monsters.
Hello Unbroken,

Who did you get your 383 package from?
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Old 05-10-2007 | 05:21 AM
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I had CHS racing here in Austin build them. Awesome job.
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