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Old 09-22-2015, 07:27 AM   #7
sunchaser
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City: Carefree, Arizona
Vessel Name: sunchaser V
Vessel Model: DeFever 48 (sold)
Join Date: Apr 2008
Posts: 10,185
Pardon me, but I'm going to nag. For starters, what are the engines and at what RPM are they normally cruised.

There are many things to go wrong on a boat. Power cats with virtually inaccessible engines add to the list of potential woes. Top it off with an owner who is "no mechanic" and stranded off shore during storm season provides the makings of a less than happy ending.

Some good suggestions have been offered up. The list though of things to be aware of is long. The engine maker has produced a list of things to service and check. For sure V belt servicing is on the list. In general, given the inaccessibility of the engines, the engine's to do and check list should be adhered to with a vengeance.

If I read this correctly the vessel is used for charter. I'd guess there is a very long list of operating and maintenance instructions. What does it say about engine checks in particular V belts?

Again sorry to nag,
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