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martanke
Member Username: martanke
Post Number: 12 Registered: 06-2011
| Posted on Tuesday, August 28, 2012 - 06:38 am: |
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Does anyone know the weight and dimensions of the Chrysler Royal M48 (or M48S) straight 8? I'm thinking of buying one and any info on this engine would be appreciated. |
   
drrot
Senior Member Username: drrot
Post Number: 132 Registered: 09-2008

| Posted on Tuesday, August 28, 2012 - 08:32 am: |
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It all depends on the type of reverse gear. The M48 as offered with a 1-1 straight drive through a 9.11-1 double reduction and a V-drive. Here is the 1-1 info. It might be hard to read but it weighs 1030LBS. A rough One sold at a Portage, IN auction recently for less than $200 |
   
martanke
Member Username: martanke
Post Number: 13 Registered: 06-2011
| Posted on Tuesday, August 28, 2012 - 08:47 am: |
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Thank you Drrot. I was looking at a 2:1 reduction gear which I guess will add a 100 pounds or so. But this gives me a rough idea - great. What's the general opinion on these engines? As I understand they're smooth runners and very reliable. |
   
drrot
Senior Member Username: drrot
Post Number: 133 Registered: 09-2008

| Posted on Wednesday, August 29, 2012 - 09:04 am: |
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They are smooth with good low end torque. Reliability relates to maintenance. One good thing is the internal engine parts are reasonably priced. |
   
bruce
Senior Member Username: bruce
Post Number: 326 Registered: 07-2002
| Posted on Wednesday, August 29, 2012 - 10:01 am: |
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martanke, Google mrbtech.com/chrysler for complete list of Chrysler Marine Engine models and specs. |