engine install question

Tim

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Jun 29, 2004
57
Oday 30 Port Jefferson, NY
I have a M 20 well running but not rebuilt kubota 16 hp fresh water cooled universal diesel to install in my vega I bought recently for our sailing program. I have the chance to instead buy and install a gm 13 hp yanmar diesel from a friend to put in the boat. Pros and cons of each motor installing and maintaining in a Vega? I certainly am on a very tight budget and have not funds to rebuild either one, but know both run well. Which is the more durable motor/ The good news on the Kubota is that I can buy Kubota tractor engine parts for it. The plus on the yanmar is its parts network . Any other thoughts? Thanks
 
Nov 8, 2001
1,818
Hi Tim

Only thing I would say is that the spares for Kubota are available worldwide and at a decent price.

Has the Kubota been marinised yet? If so what parts and where from? Can these be sourced?

Cheers

Steve B