Big Block Gas Engine Prices

[buzzk]

What's the ballpark price of big block gas engines with transmissions. It would be for a Bertram 31. I'm thinking 8.1 Crusaders anyway, I'm sure if the gas engine was large enough for a 33 it would work in a 31. What size, make and ballpark price would you suggest?

[SeaDrive]

They don't make the 8.1 Crusaders any more. If you want 8.1's you have to look at Mercs and they are expensive. I would look at 6.0 375hp and 6.2

http://marinepowerusa.com/engines/sportpac/
https://www.michiganmotorz.com/marine-engines-c-31.html

[buzzk]

I think the 6.0 would be the way to go. How's the fuel economy on these engines?

[SeaDrive]

The 6.0 is a great engine. Over on the Blackfin site there is a guy who has them in his 32 FB and is getting around .8-.9 NMPG at a cruise of 24-25knt. I would think the 6.0 is a great engine choice for the 31 Bert, she is lighter then a 32 BF. Also you will have great engine access to work on them with the smaller foot print. Go with a 2:1 or 2.5:1 transmission