DoItYourself

I did some investigating and found that a typical repower job runs about $20k. This includes about $14k for the
engine/transmission and about $6k for labor. This doesn't include a budget for other related items such as a new
fuel tank, propeller, or V-drive. It is not uncommon for a job such as this to run much higher. A quick glance at
my boating fund didn't reveal an extra $20k or more for such a job. I had to find a more cost effective solution. I
first tried to find a rebuilt engine. The W60 core was of no use as a trade-in since it can't be rebuilt. I made calls
to various shops and found that it would cost about $8k for a rebuild if I didn't have a core to trade. If I reused
my transmission, I could buy a bob-tail engine for between $9000 and $11000. In my opinion, buying a new engine
rather than a rebuild is a better investment. This estimate didn't include the replacement fuel tank or any other
extras.

I consider myself to be fairly handy. I have a good selection of tools, and some experience with projects such as
this. Still, I've never repowered a boat, so this would be a challenge for me. The question was "am I biting off
more than I can chew with this job?"

I did quite a lot of research on the subject. Several links are listed as resources. Most of the work involved is
simple assembly. Normal hand tools and a drill-press would be enough. A chop-saw and welder would also come
in handy for cutting steel. The heavy lifting would be done with a small crane that can be rented for the job.