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