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I decided that if I could remove the part then I wanted a "plug and play" spare aboard. With the right tools, gaskets etc. This proved important when I was away from the highly traveled sections of the east coast.
The MC has a 35 gallon main tank and I carry 15 gallons in jugs on deck. With the adjustable main jet you can lean the mixture out and increase MPG. I also set the boat up so, single-handed, I could raise AND lower the head sail from the cockpit. This was very useful when traveling in the AICW and also extended my range.
The MC is equipped with a oil filter so I found that I could go beyond the 50 hr recommendation. As mentioned before you need to be prepared for multiple oil changes including something to store the old oil and filter in until you get to a place that will recycle it.
Dan
S/V Marian Claire
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