Ed, this is Jim Guthormsen on the Amata Marie here in Tavernier, FL. I'm seriously thinking about doing a re-power, due to the oil leak I have and that the engine is getting old, re-built once by the previous owner about 12 years ago. So you are pulling your engine, are you doing this yourself, or do you have a mechanic who is going to do this for you? Keys mechanics (good ones) seem to be few and far between. Do you have any recomendations?
I could probably do a re-build a lot cheaper than installing a new Yanmar or Beta in the boat. Also do you know the weight of the 4-154 engine without the gear attached? I would like to compare it to the Yanmar and the Beta weight.
If you have not found a new head, and replace mine, I may want to sell the engine complete, no transmission.
Thanks
Jim Guthormsen
S/V Amata Marie
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