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Hybrid approach?
Edward, totally agree that the "bulging" stud holes are concerning!
Having a confab with the two boat partners (neither is involved in the engine besides turning it on and off) tonight about the engine, the rudder and the mast wiring.
Having made an offer on Ebay for a used atomic 4 (Serial 178260) from a fresh water location, I plan to present a hybrid approach:
-Put the current a-4 back together as best as possible, knowing that it will likely run well enough to get the boat back in the water, but that it DOES need to be rebuilt in the next year or so.
-Buy the ebay motor as a "drop-in" after a tuneup and bench test. Previous owner says it runs fine. Drop the motor in later in the season during some time at the dock. Rebuild the current one at my leisure in the shed.
That's the best I've got for the moment. Will continue with updates as we go!
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