Considering two GB 36 boats.....late 80's.They have twin Lehman 135's and Cummins 6BT5.9 engines respectively. For this exercise we will pretend they they have both been maintained appropriately.....they both have close to 2000 hrs on the meter. BUT if they have not both been looked after.....which would be more "forgiving"?
Lets not get into the discussion of singles vs twins for this debate, but help me if you can, understand the advantages of either engine for my circumstances. I do not plan to do work on them myself........but pay the big bucks instead. Will be cruising coastal routes and not interested in going over 7-8knts on a regular basis. Dependability is key.
What abt availability of parts etc etc.? Assume 135 would be easier for me to understand in a pinch? Any decent diesel mechanic can cope with either? Have not seen either engine room re space available for me!......I am not a small guy!
Look forward to your two cents!
Lets not get into the discussion of singles vs twins for this debate, but help me if you can, understand the advantages of either engine for my circumstances. I do not plan to do work on them myself........but pay the big bucks instead. Will be cruising coastal routes and not interested in going over 7-8knts on a regular basis. Dependability is key.
What abt availability of parts etc etc.? Assume 135 would be easier for me to understand in a pinch? Any decent diesel mechanic can cope with either? Have not seen either engine room re space available for me!......I am not a small guy!
Look forward to your two cents!