Recommendations for Motor Replacement in Cal 28-2 (1986)

I own for two years "Water Lily", a Cal 28-2 from 1986. The Westernbeke motor that came with it (2 cilinders, 13 hp) has given us nothing but problems. I know you would think that this is the standard experience for sailors and boaters. I mean, motors does get stuck frequenly. Specially when you need them must (murphy's). But when I said, nothing but problems I really mean it. I'm not jeopeardizing the brand; problably my experience is more related to the previous level of proper maintenance or critical experiences. Something I don't have control off, neither information. Anyways, my question is... if this were your situation and you were looking preferably for a used motor in good condition, what brand you were looking for, of what specifications and why? There's a motor out there that will fit better than the other (besides Westerbeke)? Thanks in advance for your advice. Jose Acosta San Juan, Puerto Rico

Well I have been very happy with my electric motor for my CAL 34. Both cheaper and lighter than the Atomic four it replaced (and yes I am factoring in the battery factor as well) While not for everyone electric propulsion makes a lot of sense for those of us that don't feel the need to make long passages under power... You might want to check out Electric Yacht (http://www.electricyacht.com) as they seem to have the most experience with CAL's! Bob http://boatbits.blogspot.com/ http://fishingundersail.blogspot.com/ http://islandgourmand.blogspot.com/

Jose: You might hear this more than once around here, but contact Joe DeMers at Sound Marine Diesel LLC: www.soundmarinediesel.com. While I have yet to but product from him, he has been immensely helpful and responsive as I sort through my own engine issues. He provided some comprehensive info on a replacement for my 34. I've stopped shopping and know what I will buy when the time comes. I'd be a wee bit concerned about a used motor. I'd never go through the agony of removing one unless it was used up. Good luck, Dan --- In Ca… [at] yahoogroups.com, "acostavientos" <acostavientos@...> wrote: > > I own for two years "Water Lily", a Cal 28-2 from 1986. The Westernbeke motor that came with it (2 cilinders, 13 hp) has given us nothing but problems. I know you would think that this is the standard experience for sailors and boaters. I mean, motors does get stuck frequenly. Specially when you need them must (murphy's). > > But when I said, nothing but problems I really mean it. I'm not jeopeardizing the brand; problably my experience is more related to the previous level of proper maintenance or critical experiences. Something I don't have control off, neither information. > > Anyways, my question is... if this were your situation and you were looking preferably for a used motor in good condition, what brand you were looking for, of what specifications and why? There's a motor out there that will fit better than the other (besides Westerbeke)? > > Thanks in advance for your advice. > > Jose Acosta > San Juan, Puerto Rico >

My only word to you would be...Yanmar. You just cannot beat a two cylinder Yanmar and it should fit with minimal modifications. I have fought with the Westerbeke and Buhk engines and now have the smooth feel of Yanmar in my engine room. Good luck with your refit. Patrick From: acostavientos <ac… [at] yahoo.com> To: Ca… [at] yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, May 22, 2009 11:23:56 AM Subject: [Cal_Boats] Recommendations for Motor Replacement in Cal 28-2 (1986) I own for two years "Water Lily", a Cal 28-2 from 1986. The Westernbeke motor that came with it (2 cilinders, 13 hp) has given us nothing but problems. I know you would think that this is the standard experience for sailors and boaters. I mean, motors does get stuck frequenly. Specially when you need them must (murphy's). But when I said, nothing but problems I really mean it. I'm not jeopeardizing the brand; problably my experience is more related to the previous level of proper maintenance or critical experiences. Something I don't have control off, neither information. Anyways, my question is... if this were your situation and you were looking preferably for a used motor in good condition, what brand you were looking for, of what specifications and why? There's a motor out there that will fit better than the other (besides Westerbeke)? Thanks in advance for your advice. Jose Acosta San Juan, Puerto Rico