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| Gray Marine Fireball V8 327 problems |
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Hoek
New member
Username: hoek
Post Number: 1
Registered: 07-2006
| | Posted on Thursday, July 06, 2006 - 10:37 am: | 
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Hello, I'm new to this list and have a question pertaining to a prior response from Andrew, regarding manifolds possibly not being available
for Gray Marine Fireball V-8 327 engines. My father has a 64 Century Resorter with this engine in it and may have some problems with the
intake manifold being cracked. (among otherpotential problems) Is this something that is replaceable (parts availability)and if his additional problems are extensive, what type of options are available for "replacing" this type of engine. He is not as concerned with keeping
everything original as having a functioning / reliable boat. Also, for a complete rebuild of the above engine, any cost estimates, (done by a professional, not us) and if the engine were to be replaced with something new/newer, engine recomendations and any ballpark
idea on costs.
Thanks for your expert opinions.
Regards,
Jeff |
Dave Thomas
New member
Username: marinette64
Post Number: 1
Registered: 08-2006
| | Posted on Thursday, August 03, 2006 - 12:50 am: |
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Sensitive motors, most are all aluminum buicks, later sold to LandRover, manifolds(that work) are impossible to find. Replace it. Try a shortblock crate motor!
If you're insistent on keeping the motor, Try Bob Webster at Riverside Marina in Dayton Ky, or S&D Machine in Novi Michigan. |
JOHN DEBATES
Visitor
| | Posted on Thursday, August 03, 2006 - 08:58 am: |
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HOEK
THIS ENGINE IS VERY REBUILD. INTAKE MANIFOLDS ARE
AVAILABLE. FOR MORE INFO TRY GRAY MARINE, INC.
AT 630-485-5007 (PARTS AND COST ESTIMATES)
JOHN |
Mitchell R. Brown
Visitor
| | Posted on Thursday, August 03, 2006 - 09:20 pm: |
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Good afternoon,
The 327 is a great engine. I also have a 64 Century and have been looking for exhaust elbows for it and new heads (mine are corroded). I just bought another engine that I believe is better than what I had so it looks like I may have a number of pieces left over including an intake manifold. Let me know what you might need and where you are located. I live in Annapolis, Md. Mitch |
Elton Somers
Visitor
| | Posted on Saturday, September 30, 2006 - 02:10 am: |
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If it is any help I have a complete rebuildable 327 CU. IN. Graymarine Fireball V8 I will sell for parts. Just make an offer. I have photos I can email to you. My phone number is 602-329-2900. Thanks Elton |
Bill Gillroy
Visitor
| | Posted on Tuesday, November 28, 2006 - 07:09 pm: |
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Bruce Hayman, Lakeland Auto & Marine, Port Clinton, OH, your vintage Graymarine expert - many parts and has completed many rebuilds., Google lakeland for website. Signed: a satisfied customer. |
Rick Daniel
Visitor
| | Posted on Wednesday, December 15, 2010 - 11:43 pm: |
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I have a pair of gray marine 327s.with velvadrives They have been rebuilt at factory and are still on pallets and covered. I would like to sell entire package.The rebuild cost 12k.,engines were 4k ea.trans.were 2k. I will sell for best offer. contact Rick @ (707)838-9348 |
vernon walser
Visitor
| | Posted on Wednesday, November 02, 2011 - 01:22 am: |
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I have 327 engine & velvet dr. complete. No hull. Email for info. |
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