Question on mainship engine mounts

[third day]

Our most recent boat Is a mainship 34' pilot which we've had for 4 years and loved. We are looking at a mainship 34T to buy. I was in the engine compartment yesterday and the port engines rear engine mounts appear to have been adjusted down about 1/2". Short hauling today. Anyone have any thoughts?
Thanks
Hal

 

[Dougcole]

Not a definitive answer, but our 2005 400T has some issues with engine alignment. The angle of the engines is such that you can't get a really straight shot at the shaft logs and struts. It works but the mounts are maxed out and I've been told by a boat yard that I am going to go through a lot of cutlass bearings.

 

[Nomad Willy]

Alignment is different in and out of the water. Better do an alignment before you haul out. If you're having trouble w access have a professional do it. Then check it before hauling and if you're curious after and then again in the water.

 

[Ski in NC]

A quick redneck alignment check is to rotate shaft by hand. If it turns very freely (it should) alignment can't be too far off.

If any doubt, check it before you haul.