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Old 09-11-2018, 11:27 AM
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Originally Posted by Marty Levenson View Post
No disrespect, but my impression is that you don't want to learn how to keep these old engines running and instead want it all fixed and reliable as a kitchen appliance.

Without mindful preventive attention, you will continue to have problems - mostly minor and easily repairable. Most of us on this forum get a feeling of self-reliance and satisfaction from expanding our knowledge, heading off problems, and fixing issues.

I don't know about your aptitude, but your attitude seems incompatible with A4 ownership. Rather than continued resentment that these engines need care, I would suggest you get a boat with a new outboard for ease of service. Problems will still happen, but knowledgeable service will be easier to find.
My A4 is as reliable as a kitchen appliance right now, but it took some doing to get there!
I agree, I don't think the OP is well suited for old boat maintenance. Something like a J-22 with almost no systems and an outboard that can be hauled to a shop or replaced would probably get him a lot more sailing with a lot less hassle.
The other idea is just buy a new Moyer engine and get a local yard to install it. YMMV on if that is worthwhile to you.
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