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Old 05-23-2014 | 10:02 AM
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Looking for some advice I have an opportunity to get my hands on 2 weiand 144 blowers for cheap. I was wondering if my stock 350 mercruisers could handle them and how much modifications I would have to make. Also is it worth it? Any input is greatly appreciated.
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Old 05-23-2014 | 11:31 AM
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Originally Posted by gleber7
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Looking for some advice I have an opportunity to get my hands on 2 weiand 144 blowers for cheap. I was wondering if my stock 350 mercruisers could handle them and how much modifications I would have to make. Also is it worth it? Any input is greatly appreciated.
Fuel injected?
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no carburetor with low hours all stock
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Well, the good thing is that stock 350's are relatively cheap and you have two of them if you scatter one. I believe they are set up with cast pistons and crank, so if you add boost, make sure you don't set it up lean.
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Are they complete with all the pulleys, brackets, intake and thermostat housing? If so, put in a A/F meter, convert the carb to boost sensing, lock out timing and don't pound anymore than 5lbs of boost. Enjoy.
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Are they complete with all the pulleys, brackets, intake and thermostat housing? If so, put in a A/F meter, convert the carb to boost sensing, lock out timing and don't pound anymore than 5lbs of boost. Enjoy.
Yes they are complete kits
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A set of knock sensors might not be a bad idea either.
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I had a 260hp merc 350 with 144 and it lasted 1 year before burning a exhaust valve. Really woke up that little engine. Gained 8 mph. Was running 6lbs boost.
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Awesome that's the same motors I have I was hoping to gain 8-10 mph I'm going to try to stick with around 5lbs of boost. What carbs did you run?
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