I suppose this is a bit different talking about a boat engine on this forum. I picked up a 1989 Reinell OMC 350 that had the "long block replaced 250 hrs ago" I guess that many hours would equate to approx 15000 miles on a car.

Problem is, while working on timing etc. on this engine, I checked on the 4 barrel Q-jet numbers (17059286) and it appears to be from a 1979 engine. The distributer has points and condensor and not a vacuum hose in sight. Now I'm trying to find out what the heck I have here. Sales papers have only a Motor serial #T1066852 and the intake manifold has the #14096244GM.

Can anyone help me identify what I have? This thing is just quitting on me at about 3800 RPM where the boat motor should run strong up to 4800 RPM.

Any input very much appreciated.

BigD