We have a JD 4045 like Ted. The JD 4045 can be rebuilt in the boat. I read that it can be done in a day. Some quick searches indicate rebuild kits are quite reasonable. With a spare cylinder head and the accessories, I don’t think it would be a huge undertaking for a certified and professional JD tech...maybe 2 days.
It appears the 6081 may also be rebuilt in the same fashion.
I hope to get 20-30K out of ours. It will be difficult to put that time on, but we will try.
I look forward to learning about your new boat, presuming she passes muster. You own some interesting and substantial vessels...
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Jeff
MV IRENE
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