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Old 03-17-2022, 06:26 PM   #20
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Originally Posted by SAMIAM View Post
Don't understand the reason for such a high price.
You can buy a turn key 540 Stoker crate engine with 650 HP for Chevrolet for $15,895
That awesome crate motor would really be limited to a stern drive application. The target market for these outboards is big, salt water boats. You rarely see intact stern drives in salt water and if someone wanted 650 reliable horsepower on an inboard setup they would be looking at diesel power for longevity.
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