Re: [IC27A] 3 Cyl Universal (was "Low in the stern")

[Mark Robertson]

Thanks for all the great responses. Looks like I need to find a good used marine motor. >>> "k1pt" <k...@bellsouth.net> 5/18/2010 5:08 PM >>>   Mark, I replaced the original Atomic 4 with the three cylinder Universal M-25 in my 1980 C27 in 1983.  They didn't have any of the M-18's in stock at the time but sold me the M-25 for the M-18 price.  Good news is that it does fit (with a little Skilsaw work) and is only 30 pounds heavier than the M-18 and I'm still using it today.  Bad news is that to convert the tractor engine to the marine version is going to be verrry expensive unless you can find a junk yard  M-25 with all the bits and pieces you will need in good condition.  In addition to the systems already mentioned you'd probably need the Hurth marine transmission which Torreson   http://www.marinedieseldirect.com/  lists for just under $2K.  Pricing for the raw water pump and exhaust manifold are equally disturbing. Often wonder if I'm the only C27 with the 3 cyl Universal? Regards, Paul C27 #4452 Palm City, FL                     Switch to: Text-Only, Daily Digest • Unsubscribe • Terms of Use .

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