For anyone contemplating an engine replacement, either on a DIY or paid trades basis, there is an informative set of youtube videos (SVC Scallywags channel) where a marine trades school install a Beta 30 in a N30. The first video in the series is
Next Project? Re-power of a 30’ Nonsuch, “Home Again”
The final video where the total cost is added up is a bit of a shock, given the labour for the work was free.
Martin
N30C # 33 ZENO Toronto
I watched the last video with the cost. It seems really pricey to me. For example $2200 to paint the bottom??? .It is less than half of that here.
Peter Farley
Knot in a Hurry u30 #328
Keyport NJ.
The repower on Home Again was more than just a Beta 30. It included a saildrive, motor/saildrive foundation, Max Propeller-3blade, Batteries, by pass fuel system, hoses, cabin heater and all the nickel and dime stuff that adds up. When you have the opportunity to put your boat in a shop do it right!
Michael
N30-U 219
Anacortes WA.