MerCruiser Model 888 188hp Ford 302 CID Marine

FOR SALE MerCruiser Model 888 188hp Ford 302 CID Marine V8 Long Block Engine. The engine turns over well, great runs and excellent condition.

Core Performance Specs

• Engine Model : MerCruiser Model 888 (2-Barrel)
• Base Block : Ford 302 CID (Windsor small-block family)
• Propshaft/Crankshaft Horsepower : 188 HP @ 4200 RPM
• Wide Open Throttle (WOT) Range : 3800 – 4200 RPM
• Idle Speed : 600 – 650 RPM (in gear)

Long Block & Internal Architecture

• Displacement : 302 cubic inches / 5.0 Liters
• Cylinder Geometry : V8 (90^)
• Bore & Stroke : 4.00 in X 3.00 in (101.6 mm X 76.2 mm)
• Compression Ratio : 8.5:1 (Typical vintage marine configuration to handle low-octane fuel and heavy loads).
• Crankshaft Main Journals : 2.248 inches
• Crankshaft Rod Journals : 2.123 inches
• Valvetrain : Overhead Valve (OHV), 2 valves per cylinder, hydraulic flat-tapper camshaft.
• Rotation : Standard Left-Hand (LH) automotive rotation
• Firing Order : 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8