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Old 08-13-2015, 05:47 AM   #6
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Have seen a couple of boats with them. Don't neglect oil changes. Friend who had a pair of them in a sport fish tied to a pair of Cummins had one fail. Don't remember if they rebuilt or replaced it. Not sure if he ever changed the oil in it. Stereotypical twin engine owner, "fix what breaks; I have 2 engines so I can always get home".

Like the concept better in low HP applications like trawlers. One think to look at carefully is the location of the stuffing box. Having it under the engine can be a real PIA to repack or tighten.

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