Posted by Awakening Chi (Awakening.Chi@…>)
We also have an F-33 and plan to replace our Yanmar with the newer 30 hp
Yanmar, sometime in the next 2-3 years. Our Yanmar mechanic seems to
think that the “engine footprint” of the newer Yanmar will be very
similar to our existing one. Thus, eliminating the need for major
modifications for clearance. I have been told that sometimes you can
get a boat show price, and we will definately look into this when we are
ready. I think Yanmar was the original engine in our Freedom, and your
F-33 should have the same engine space as does ours. I have witnessed
marine diesel mechanics cringe at the mention of many engine names, but
never Yanmar. We plan to stick with Yanmar.
Best of luck with your decision.
Heather
F-33 L’Audace
San Diego