Attempting to get back into the sport of sailing, and have pretty much decided on a O'Day 272. Looking for some info. Does the outboard version have a larger aft berth because of the lack of engine box? Has anyone been on both boats with a comparison opinion? An outboard with the bracket connected to the rudder seems like a good setup, and less maintenance, lower parts cost, and quieter operation. Thank you in advance for any helpful info.
Outboard vs. Inboard
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Jason, I know people in my area with both.
I don't know if they would pit against each other. Two to one diesel to outboard. Both boats are beautiful. The guys with the diesels, love them and the wheel steering. ( note, much has been discussed about the wheel problem and parts availability lately) I love the diesels but in that size boat I would like the feel of the tiller. Problem I have never seen a 272 diesel with a tiller. Thus ( keep in mind I don't own a 272)I would perfer the tiller outboard. Just an opinion r.w.landau
I don't know if they would pit against each other. Two to one diesel to outboard. Both boats are beautiful. The guys with the diesels, love them and the wheel steering. ( note, much has been discussed about the wheel problem and parts availability lately) I love the diesels but in that size boat I would like the feel of the tiller. Problem I have never seen a 272 diesel with a tiller. Thus ( keep in mind I don't own a 272)I would perfer the tiller outboard. Just an opinion r.w.landau
272 with diesel and a tiller
I have had a 272 with diesel and a tiller for a year now. The combination is good. To get access to the motor the steps, and the motor enclosure can be removed. I have trouble finding the hole to get the dip stick back in, but you get use to it. Over all a good boat. I have never been on an outboard.
I have had a 272 with diesel and a tiller for a year now. The combination is good. To get access to the motor the steps, and the motor enclosure can be removed. I have trouble finding the hole to get the dip stick back in, but you get use to it. Over all a good boat. I have never been on an outboard.
The biggest difference
I've seen is when you are in rough seas the outboard prop tends to lift out of the water while the prop on an inboard diesel maintains better contact with the water.
I've seen is when you are in rough seas the outboard prop tends to lift out of the water while the prop on an inboard diesel maintains better contact with the water.
272 w/ Diesel and Tiller
Jason, I have an '87 272 with tiller and diesel. When I got the boat, the engine suffered from deferred maintenance even though it only had 100 hours on it. Basic things like new fuel lines to tank (tough to get to if you are over 3'11" tall as you will be in the starboard locker reaching the tank in the transom, all hoses (some are preformed and must come from Westerbeke), new raw water pump which had leaked onto the alternator frying it, replaced stuffing box with a dripless, new three blade prop for better motoring performance, rebuilt tranny and cables, added primary fuel filter, kicker was oil pan had rusted through (from stuffing box leaking from not being properly adjusted) and had to pull engine to access ($1000+ repair). I now have a very reliable and solid diesel-I could of had a brand new 4-stroke outboard and new sails for what I spent on the deferred maintenance. Diesel is loud on the 272 and I have added soundproofing with limited success. In conclusion, I love the 272, love my diesel and how it performs, love my tiller as it has made me a better sailor and I can easily tie it off to the backstay when at the dock affording full use of the spacious cockpit area for relaxation. Good luck with your search for a 272. Frank
Jason, I have an '87 272 with tiller and diesel. When I got the boat, the engine suffered from deferred maintenance even though it only had 100 hours on it. Basic things like new fuel lines to tank (tough to get to if you are over 3'11" tall as you will be in the starboard locker reaching the tank in the transom, all hoses (some are preformed and must come from Westerbeke), new raw water pump which had leaked onto the alternator frying it, replaced stuffing box with a dripless, new three blade prop for better motoring performance, rebuilt tranny and cables, added primary fuel filter, kicker was oil pan had rusted through (from stuffing box leaking from not being properly adjusted) and had to pull engine to access ($1000+ repair). I now have a very reliable and solid diesel-I could of had a brand new 4-stroke outboard and new sails for what I spent on the deferred maintenance. Diesel is loud on the 272 and I have added soundproofing with limited success. In conclusion, I love the 272, love my diesel and how it performs, love my tiller as it has made me a better sailor and I can easily tie it off to the backstay when at the dock affording full use of the spacious cockpit area for relaxation. Good luck with your search for a 272. Frank
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