Need Help With Long Block Vendors

[HOTSPOT]

I have a friend with a 1999 Mecrusier 305 CID. He discovered a significant crack in the block (water jacket) last week when he fired it up, oooooops.

Anyway, he is in search of a long block. I recommended Jasper Engines because of personal experience and their reputation.

He found a company named Rapido Marine in Hollywood Florida and they are $1000 cheaper.

I have never heard of them good or bad.

Any input?

Thanks.

[DJWILLIAMS]

There seems to be several people who have used them in NC, so maybe you could e-mail them to get some feedback.

http://www.rapidomarine.com/default.aspx?p=/ourfeedback.aspx

David

[HOTSPOT]

Good suggestion, I will let him know, not sure if he saw that page or not. Thanks.

[REEL DEAL]

Good suggestion, I will let him know, not sure if he saw that page or not. Thanks.

jasper engines does a very good job of rebuilding engines...i have been to their plant.....and they have a good warrenty

[DJWILLIAMS]

I am sure some other people may chime in if they have used this company before.

A suggestion do not use the company A-1 Outboard, or something like that. They have a bunch of bad reviews on THT.

David

[HOTSPOT]

I am VERY familiar with the A-1 posts on THaT site. Would not go near them.

[welder]

I lived in Jasper Indiana for 5 years and went to school [ '71 to '75 ] with the boys that run it now , I would stay with them for sure .

They stand behind their product.

[HOTSPOT]

To follow up on this.....my friend emailed a bunch of guys from NC that did business with Rapido Marine in Florida and everyone had positive comments, so I believe that is the route he is taking. Me personally I would go with Jasper, but I am old school, hard headed and don't always go for the cheapest price.

Thanks for the help everyone.

[BrokenWrench]

jasper engines does a very good job of rebuilding engines...i have been to their plant.....and they have a good warrenty

Want a quality product????

Go with Jasper and don't even consider anybody else!

ps: before you install any engine in that boat, remove a couple of plugs from both sides of the block and install drain valves.

You already found out why they are needed.

[HOTSPOT]

His motor already has the drain valves, he just not use them and now he is paying the price.