First I would like to express my appreciation for all the efforts put into supporting the Atomic 4 engine. Until very recently I never anticipated the engine would have impacted my life. With the decline of the marine industry due to the economic woes and the gross reduction of the cost of many boats I find myself in a position for the first time to be able to afford a cruising boat that will allow my family to enjoy what I have known for most of my life. The love for sailing.
This being said I have located a Pearson 30 that works with the budget. At first I was somewhat put off by the Atomic 4 installed originally in this boat. I researched everything I could find and have developed an understanding of what has made this engine so successful. I think I can really learn to work with this set up.
When I went for the first time to see the boat I was met with a bilge full of oil. No one new the source of the oil. It could not be readily determined that it did or did not come from the engine. The engine did fire right up and run smoothly for the very short time is was run with normal oil pressure. Is there any known reason why the engine would loose a substantial amount of oil. The oil was very black and appeared used.
Needless to say it did have me spooked regarding the reliability of the engine. I am sure if it is a seal issue it can get sorted out, I just need to know prior to the purchase. I intend to have it surveyed and do a sea trial to properly prove the engine.
Any guidance to help me understand the engine better would be greatly appreciated.
Sincerely,
Dan
This being said I have located a Pearson 30 that works with the budget. At first I was somewhat put off by the Atomic 4 installed originally in this boat. I researched everything I could find and have developed an understanding of what has made this engine so successful. I think I can really learn to work with this set up.
When I went for the first time to see the boat I was met with a bilge full of oil. No one new the source of the oil. It could not be readily determined that it did or did not come from the engine. The engine did fire right up and run smoothly for the very short time is was run with normal oil pressure. Is there any known reason why the engine would loose a substantial amount of oil. The oil was very black and appeared used.
Needless to say it did have me spooked regarding the reliability of the engine. I am sure if it is a seal issue it can get sorted out, I just need to know prior to the purchase. I intend to have it surveyed and do a sea trial to properly prove the engine.
Any guidance to help me understand the engine better would be greatly appreciated.
Sincerely,
Dan
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