when you replace an A4 with a rebuilt, how much yard labor (that is, not counting the rebuild effort) is involved? Is it straightforward?
Thanks
--Steve
If you have the standard, aft-settee engine box, R/R-ing an A4 in an E35II is comparatively easy. It can be done with stout crossboards laid over the companion way hatch, with a block and tackle to hoist/lower the engine(s).
I'd recommend doing as much of the prep work yourself - detaching wires, belts, removing mounting bolts, etc. Then, when the old engine is ready to hoist out of the cabin, the shaft is decoupled, pulled aft, and the motor swung up and into the cockpit. Two/three people with relatively healthy backs can pull this off. Of course, a yard will simply use a crane for hoisting, but the more you can do to prep the engine, the more you'll save in yard time.
Caution: one potential snag is the prop shaft; it may be 'frozen' and stubborn - in which case performing this process while the boat is in the water may prove difficult without diver assistance. Also, rusty engine mounts/beds can be problematic (good time to replace those too). This may entail cutting wheels and torches as well. (Been there; done that.
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Capt Dan G>E35II "Kunu"