CP Performance Powerboat Tech Articles

We periodically publish information guides to help you make the best choices when it comes to the maintenance and parts selection your marine engine or boat.

Accessories

• Anodized vs. Powder Coated Finishes: What's the Difference?

Cables and Mechanical Steering

• Selecting A Mechanical Steering System

Cooling Systems

• Marine Closed Cooling Systems

Electrical Systems

• Standard Boat Wiring Color Codes

Engine Parts and Components

• Marine Cam Specs & Effects
• How to Select a Marine Carburetor
• How to Determine if Your Big Block Chevy Timing Cover is Generation 4, 5 or 6

Exhaust Systems

• Mercruiser OEM Replacement Exhaust Systems, Manifolds and Risers / Elbows
• Measuring Riser Height on 496 / 8.1L Manifolds and Risers
• How to Mock-Up Custom Tailpipes
• What is Exhaust Reversion?
• What is Dry Joint Exhaust?

Jet Drives

• Berkeley Jet Pump Identification Guide

Seaward Series

• Standard Seaward Risers

2010 Products Guide (OLD INFORMATION)

• View the 2010 Products Guide Site - Note: This information may be outdated and should only be used for researching items that are no longer available.