Need recommendation for approx 175HP automotive engine

[FtLaudResearch]

I'm researching building my own boat. Intersted in something around 175HP. Want reliable, preferrably fuel-efficient motor.

I need to know what the engine weighs also. Lightweight is good.

Any rec's?

Your expertise is greatly appreciated.

 

[basketcase0302]

Ft.Laud,

How bout this?

http://www.southernairboat.com/phpBB2/v ... highlight=

Basketcase

 

[FtLaudResearch]

Beautiful engines. But not affordable apparently. I'll need something that is widely available, including parts, that most mechanics can service nationwide.

I'm not a motor head, people don't talkl HP much, but more so litres and CC's and such. Any advice there? To cracking that code?

Thanks for your speedy reply.

 

[Skeeter]

220 GPU,classified had some for $1750.00- $2500.00 still in shroud.

 

[Whitebear]

Check Airboat Trader. I found this:

http://www.airboattrader.com/PartsForSale.htm


Asking_Price: $2,450.00 obo
Owner: Dave's Airparts, Inc.
Address: 3066 Rambler Avenue
City: St. Cloud
State: FL
Zip_Code: 34772
Phone: 407-891-9060
Cell_Phone: 407-709-0821
Email: davesairparts@hotmail.com
Date: May 31, 2006
2 ea. G.P.U. Engine complete w/ mags out of power units, fresh military O/H. Not installed since O/H.

Might still be available

Scotty