I should add that when the boat was originally built there was an access hatch in the cockpit that provided access to remove the engine. During a refit about 30 years ago the hatch was removed and replaced with a solid cockpit sole.
I am looking at purchasing 51ft Declercq. Engine runs fine however for long term will need to be rebuilt. The problem is access. Unlike most production boats the engine is accessible from both sides and the top not from the front. Is it possible to tear the engine down on the mounts and then after cleaning etc reassemble on the mounts?
I am looking at purchasing 51ft Declercq. Engine runs fine however for long term will need to be rebuilt. The problem is access. Unlike most production boats the engine is accessible from both sides and the top not from the front. Is it possible to tear the engine down on the mounts and then after cleaning etc reassemble on the mounts?
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