I bought an engine like this 16 years ago for my 1924 catboat. The previous owner of the engine had noticed a loss of power and a Volvo mechanic had recommended a new engine. That's why I got this for very little money. When I got home I discovered, that only the actuation lever for the gouvernor was worn out, so that it was no longer possible to apply full throttle. A little bit of welding and filework fixed ist.
Hi Boatmattias, interesting comment. The engine came bolted down in its crate. I added the fuel system and made a starter box so I could test run in situ. Under the green paint (seen in the video) was a base coat of "duck egg blue" colour. You could be correct with an engineering school theory.
Hi Nick, I got the engine from eBay. Try and buy a runner, even if it's got starting issues or low compression. A top end rebuild should sort out the problems and give you a reliable engine. Hope this helps?
Brilliant, thanks! My boat has a 2002 and I’m so pleased you’re taking the time to make these clear and well detailed videos. 🙌🏻
Good to know you enjoyed the video, thanks.
Smashing video Rob - informative, well paced and with lots of extra information and tips to help the boat owner on a budget. Keep up the great work.
Thanks for the vote of confidence, much appreciated.
I bought an engine like this 16 years ago for my 1924 catboat. The previous owner of the engine had noticed a loss of power and a Volvo mechanic had recommended a new engine. That's why I got this for very little money. When I got home I discovered, that only the actuation lever for the gouvernor was worn out, so that it was no longer possible to apply full throttle. A little bit of welding and filework fixed ist.
Fingers crossed it's still running in 16 years time. Good little engines!
Thanks for great video
Thanks for the feedback.
Thanks you very much for sharing ❤
It's only a hobby but good to get positive comments.
I've got one too
Hi Paul, I assume you've got a spare engine not an oil leak.
Thanks mate, I have a VP 2003 that refuses to die, and a spare VP 2030 if it does, so I appreciate your plan..
Hi Paul, yes a sort of insurance policy. I can't afford a new engine.
This looks like a demo engine for a engeering school or museum, or who delivers an engine with a switch and everything ;)
Hi Boatmattias, interesting comment. The engine came bolted down in its crate.
I added the fuel system and made a starter box so I could test run in situ.
Under the green paint (seen in the video) was a base coat of "duck egg blue" colour.
You could be correct with an engineering school theory.
Hi may I ask how you sourced the engine and if you have any recommendations?
Hi Nick, I got the engine from eBay.
Try and buy a runner, even if it's got starting issues or low compression.
A top end rebuild should sort out the problems and give you a reliable engine.
Hope this helps?