[alberg30] conversion to deisel?

[Dick Filinich]

From: Dick Filinich <daf at mobiletel.com>

Walshe wrote:
> 
> From: Walshe <walshe at unixg.ubc.ca>
> 
> Hello Everyone,
> We've just(today!) purchased an Alberg 30(1966).  The previous owner
> kept the boat well maintained while he was alive, but we're pretty sure
> the Atomic 4 engine(sea water cooled) is toast since the boat had been
> in the water unused for 6 years or so.  We will get it looked at, but in
> the event it is really useless, what do you all think about the merits
> of simply replacing the Atomic 4 with a rebuilt one, or should we go
> over to deisel?  Besides the difference in cost(major), changing over
> means everything has to be changed(eg. shaft, prop, exhaust, fuel
> system, etc...), doesn't it?  On the other hand the advantages of
> deisel  - quieter, safer, higher resale value seem pretty persuasive.
> Still, the expense......
> 
> We took it out of the water this morning to have a survey done and to
> have a good look underneath.  The survey was very positive where it is
> important(the hull and structural integrity)- on the negative side, the
> propellor has to be replaced, but the shaft is fine.  As well, the
> through hulls were fine, but the seacocks need to be replaced.  Other
> than that the boat is in great shape and just needs a bit(maybe more
> than a bit) of TLC to brighten her up.   This engine thing is a major
> expense so we'd like to make the right decision.  Any thoughts you might
> have would be appreciated.
> 
> Catherine Walshe
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Catherine:Two months ago I repowered my 1966#191 alberg with diesel,I
did it at minimun expense and have been very happy with my diesel.I love
the water and am fairly new to sailing but theres one thing I fear on
the water and thats fire.If you plan on selling your boat in a couple
of  years then keep the gas engine,if your in it for the long haul and
can afford a few dollars get a diesel.e-mail daf at mobiletel.com and I'll
tell you how much I spent and what was changed.

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