dabbenante
Cadet
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- Aug 14, 2010
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2001 Larson with 5.0GL PEFS and SX-M 1.6 outdrive. Hull filled up with water during Hurricane Isaac and engine sat in water for 45 days (water level was right above water pump). Insurance has suggested the block be replaced and offered me approx $6k to get the same performed. 1.) Should I replace the entire engine or just the block? 2.) Can or should I go with a different (more powerful) re-manufactured engine? 3.) Is it a bad idea to try and "fix" this boat and instead go back to the insurer and argue that the boat should be considered totaled? (would require insurance to cough up another $1,500) which they will need to cough up some anyways as they missed all electronic items that were impacted by the water.
Eager to hear any thoughts and comments from those that have been through something similar. I have limited knowledge/experience on engine repair, although I enjoy performing repairs I have limited time to do the work and do not have adequate tools. I would look to a marine shop to perform this work if it is worth doing the repairs.
Thanks.
Eager to hear any thoughts and comments from those that have been through something similar. I have limited knowledge/experience on engine repair, although I enjoy performing repairs I have limited time to do the work and do not have adequate tools. I would look to a marine shop to perform this work if it is worth doing the repairs.
Thanks.