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Old 10-30-2013 | 06:49 PM
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Curious how much horsepower a stock Mercruiser Bravo 1 V8 drive coupler can take? When is it wise to upgrade to an HP unit?
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Old 10-30-2013 | 07:16 PM
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There are 3 types of Merc couplers.

Aluminum center/splines
Steel center/splines
Steel center/splines with long snout.

Really, any of them can handle any power you would put into Bravo style drive as long as they are kept greased.
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Old 10-30-2013 | 07:31 PM
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correct......
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Old 10-30-2013 | 07:58 PM
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Specifically the merc #861523A9

Griff thank you!
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