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matttye
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Username: matttye
Post Number: 1
Registered: 04-2005
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 13, 2005 - 10:30 am: | 
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I bought a Fabuglas boat. Model# T. Serial# 659656M. There is a plate attached to the engine with the serial numbers. The word "motor" is in the french spelling "moteur". Moteur# 688-30. Moteur serial# 1923086. I was told that it is a Renault engine. I don't have a clue. The drive unit is a MerCruiser with no numbers. I'll try to post some pic's. Thanks, in advance, for any help you might be able to give.
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andrew
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Username: andrew
Post Number: 1132
Registered: 11-2001
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 13, 2005 - 12:25 pm: |
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That appears to be a "mercruiser engine package". Mercruiser used a Renault Inline 4 cylinder "68" engine from 1965 to 1968. Serial number range 1887079 thru 2049044.
Mercruiser refered to it a s a model "60". There "should" be a Mercruiser nameplate on it.
Most parts should be available. |
matttye
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Username: matttye
Post Number: 2
Registered: 04-2005
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 13, 2005 - 03:35 pm: |
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Thanks so much for your help. I've been searching for 6 months and finally, a break. Much appreciated. |
matttye
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Username: matttye
Post Number: 3
Registered: 04-2005
| | Posted on Friday, April 15, 2005 - 10:33 am: |
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Does anyone know where I can find a manual for this motor? I have searched quite a bit, but I have only found manuals that cover MerCruiser packages powered by Ford or GM. Although theye did list dates of 1964-1968, I would still think that it does not cover my motor. It would be nice to find something written specifically for the Renault model 60.
Any help, as always, is appreciated. Thanks a bunch.
MMT |
dadofketa
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| | Posted on Friday, April 29, 2005 - 03:30 pm: |
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Any of the normal manuals that covers 1965 and on, should have info for you. It has a mercruiser "O" outdrive. I have had a very difficult time finding parts, but, it is possible with a little patience. I have the same power package. If you have any problems, email me and I will give you my phone #. |
65_glastron_gulfcruiser_v195
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Username: 65_glastron_gulfcruiser_v195
Post Number: 1
Registered: 04-2005
| | Posted on Saturday, April 30, 2005 - 10:19 pm: |
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I'll check my mercruiser manual when I get home. I have one of those mercury 2 vol. deals as well as one of those after-market ones you are talking about.
If mine covers that, I'd suggest getting one off of ebay.
I have posted questions to many people listing the same and similar manuals to see if their's covers that model. |
65_glastron_gulfcruiser_v195
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Username: 65_glastron_gulfcruiser_v195
Post Number: 2
Registered: 04-2005
| | Posted on Saturday, April 30, 2005 - 10:31 pm: |
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I just got a response from one of the sellers, when I asked him specifically about your model and if he had any info on it and he said yes indeed, parts and service for an "O" drive. |
65_glastron_gulfcruiser_v195
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Username: 65_glastron_gulfcruiser_v195
Post Number: 3
Registered: 04-2005
| | Posted on Tuesday, May 03, 2005 - 07:16 pm: |
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Okay, so both the original Mercury service manual for the stern drive mercruiser and the Clymer mercruiser stern drive shop manual cover that motor. So, get them where you will. |
andy67
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Username: andy67
Post Number: 1
Registered: 05-2005
| | Posted on Monday, May 09, 2005 - 04:54 am: |
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All right! I too have the same package on a '68 Sea Swirl and have been wondering what it is. Now maybe I can get some parts for it! Does any one know if there is a Chevy or Ford 4 cyl that will bolt straight up to that transom? The ol Renault has a cracked water jacket that has been JB welded. Thanks fellas! |
matttye
Member
Username: matttye
Post Number: 4
Registered: 04-2005
| | Posted on Monday, May 09, 2005 - 10:33 am: |
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Thanks everyone for your help. I almost sold this boat, but with this new information, I think I'll try to get her going again. |
davez
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| | Posted on Sunday, September 03, 2006 - 08:50 pm: |
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I too have the same motor package. I have a 1966 glstron futura v-154. I just finished a three year estoration. If you have any question, please ask. |
Ron morgan
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| | Posted on Friday, July 06, 2007 - 05:59 pm: |
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I to have same motor package and looking for starter parts or new starter.Please email if anyone knows were I can get a hold of some parts .Thanks again |
Beniamino Fonte
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| | Posted on Wednesday, October 24, 2007 - 10:04 pm: |
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}Have for sale,Renault 4 cly.believe to be 90hp,with Mercruser outdrive that has hand crank cable trim(factory)believe to be 1968 model,all original except for carborator thats new,runs good,shifts good boat is a 16ft.hydrodine and goes with motor and out drive,trailer will sell seperate. 995.00 fob Ohio |
jon kilburn
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Username: whatateacher
Post Number: 1
Registered: 11-2007
| | Posted on Saturday, November 24, 2007 - 03:32 pm: |
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TO BENIAMINO FONTE; i would like some info and pictures of your boat for sale. IS IT IN THE CLASSIFIEDS SOMEWHERE? or e-mail me at whatateacher5@yahoo.com. Jon |
pati jordan
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| | Posted on Friday, June 20, 2008 - 01:03 am: |
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i see these are all old posts. i need some help also. boat looks just like mattye's and engine package exactly the same. inboard needs some work, where are parts available, aftermarket??want to get it running. 68 sportscraft adventurer. or should i just switch out the motor/ and what would be compatible and fit?? help please if any one is still on here.thanks |
Larry Ritzenthaler
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Username: glastronv184
Post Number: 1
Registered: 08-2008
| | Posted on Monday, August 04, 2008 - 02:10 pm: |
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I have a 60 hp renault Mercruiser thats been sitting in my garage for 40 years.It has not turned over in a long time - is missing the starter and exhaust riser.The package was upgrade to a 120 hp Merc in the late "60s.I would be glad to sell it to a good home |
Roger DiRuscio
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Username: solarrog
Post Number: 310
Registered: 03-2002
| | Posted on Monday, August 04, 2008 - 02:22 pm: |
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where are you located? |
Larry Ritzenthaler
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Username: glastronv184
Post Number: 2
Registered: 08-2008
| | Posted on Tuesday, August 05, 2008 - 09:16 pm: |
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Webster NY |
David Smith
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Username: lidsmith
Post Number: 1
Registered: 06-2009
| | Posted on Saturday, June 06, 2009 - 10:23 pm: |
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Hello, I have a 1968 Correct Craft mustang with a 1968 Mercruiser "60" IO.
The boat came with this as original, and I have not been able to find ignition parts? I need a coil, cap/rotor and points. Does anyone know of a replacement part as mercruiser has not made parts for a while for these models.
Thanks for any info |
Frank Petran
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Username: frank_petran
Post Number: 28
Registered: 05-2009
| | Posted on Sunday, June 07, 2009 - 12:37 am: |
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David,
Try a NAPA Auto parts store. I owned an aluminum tri-hull that had a pair of those and I got my tune up parts from them. You could search the junkyards for them also. If I remember correctly that engine was used in a Renault R 10 or R 8. Check the library for an older Chilton |
Eric Harnden
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Username: 65_glastron_gulfcruiser_v195
Post Number: 4
Registered: 04-2005
| | Posted on Sunday, June 07, 2009 - 01:30 am: |
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David Smith,
It's been awhile so I don't remember what my engine was but at the bottom of this page: http://geocities.com/sanclementeeric/glastron_v-195_gulfcruiser.htm , I have links to the parts info for my engine when I did the repairs. This should help you find some companies to go to. |
David Smith
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Username: lidsmith
Post Number: 2
Registered: 06-2009
| | Posted on Sunday, June 07, 2009 - 06:11 pm: |
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Thanks very much for the help Frank and Eric - I will give NAPA a try, as I have all the manuals for the engine/parts cat.
Thanks again
David |
David Kromann
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Username: davidkromann
Post Number: 1
Registered: 07-2009
| | Posted on Friday, July 17, 2009 - 10:46 am: |
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Hi, New member here. I just acquired a 1966 Glassmaster that looks a whole lot like matttye's Fabuglas. Same general hull shape, same motor, and even the trailer looks identical, down to the rust. The boat's floor and seats are gone, the cable controls are rusted away to nothingness, there are no front motor mounts (were there ever any?) and it has probably not seen water or run in 25+ years. On the plus side, the engine will turn over by hand, appears to have very low hours, the outdrive turns/raises/lowers and the trailer has new tires. I will post some pix when I get some decent ones. I'm guessing I need to change the oil, rebuild or at least clean out the carbs, and figure out how to get running water into the water jacket before I even think about trying to start this thing. The outdrive shifter cables appear to be rusted in neutral position; at least the prop turns freely. I have no experience with outdrives and only a little with outboards; have I said/assumed anything stupid? Thanks in advance, Dave |
Anthony Erickson
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| | Posted on Tuesday, September 01, 2009 - 05:16 pm: |
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I have a 1968 mercruiser with the renault runs great and has a model 60 outdrive that was just rebuilt and a nice ez loader trailer everything is original looking to get $1,500 obo out of it let me no if anybody is interested thanks. |
Charlie Schooner
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Username: charlieschooner
Post Number: 1
Registered: 03-2010
| | Posted on Tuesday, March 02, 2010 - 09:40 pm: |
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I have a 1969 Starcraft Jupiter with a 60hp Renault. Want to know if I can convert the crank/cable trim to power.?. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated. |
Frank Petran
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Username: frank_petran
Post Number: 88
Registered: 05-2009
| | Posted on Wednesday, March 03, 2010 - 05:53 pm: |
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I looked at that when I had the boat but it didn't seem practical. To much to modify and would have to mount a pump somewhere on the engine. The setup I had had the generator build into the vibrations damper, so there wasn't any belts available to lengthen for a pump assy. |
Charlie Schooner
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Username: charlieschooner
Post Number: 2
Registered: 03-2010
| | Posted on Monday, April 12, 2010 - 10:47 am: |
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Anyone know what prop would work best for my '69 Starcraft Renault 60 hp package? I was told it's a 50hp Lower Unit? Also having trouble shifting... |
kevin schultz
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| | Posted on Tuesday, May 18, 2010 - 01:51 am: |
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I have a 1967 silverline with the 4 cylinder renault and 90 hp outdrive.. I will be parting this boat out due to an engine problem..if parts are needed i can be contacted at rusticlife17@yahoo.com |
andy seeger
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| | Posted on Tuesday, June 15, 2010 - 08:40 pm: |
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I have a motor that loos like that but the spark plugs are in the valve cover like a hemi it is a 4 clinder made by mercruiser what size is it |
Alan Muller
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Username: amuller
Post Number: 1
Registered: 06-2010
| | Posted on Wednesday, June 30, 2010 - 05:21 pm: |
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Andy: The one with the plugs through the rocker cover and the manifolds on opposite sides is the 90 hp version. The one in the picture above is the 80 hp version. The one with the cast iron block and the red alternator on the front is the 60 hp.
Usually, the 90 hp has electro/hydraulic tilt and the 60 and 80 are hand crank.
I'm not sure, but i think power tilt was optional on the 60 and 80 and could be put on if you had the parts. The hand crank always works, though, as long as you don't lose the crank. This is more than can be said for the power setup.
The Mercruiser factory parts and service manuals for these are online at the iboats.com site and elsewhere.
I'm looking for a lower unit if anybody has one to spare. |
