[Public-list] diesel engine

[George Dinwiddie]

Don Campbell wrote:
>     As Gord says "Why do we need a diesel"!! I would contend that it is only
> needed if one needs to extend the motoring range of the boat and in that case
> consider a trawler. On the other hand, if the current gas engine has worn out,
> then it is an alternative that is worth considering, since no-one seems to be
> using small, gasoline inboard engines for marine applications these days.

Consideration of a diesel is fine, but so is a replacement gas engine. 
And while no sailboat manufacturer seems to be building with gasoline 
engines, plenty of powerboat manufacturers seem to do so.

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