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I have just finished up motoring my GB 42 Motoryacht down the West Coast form Blaine, WA to Newport Beach, CA. Boy what a trip. I wouldn't call it a pleasure trip. It was definately one of the hardest things I have done in my adult life. But that is another story. I am having to rebuild all...

The head gasket was rulled out early on as the culprit according to both Tri and American D. I should amend my posting to add that the weeping issue included both oil and coolant traces.

First of all, thanks to everyone who has responded to this thread. I have spent a lot of time talking with American Diesel, other mechanics and a number of boat owners with these engines and it's still a bit murky. Tri County Diesel out of Bellingham who did the survey has worked with...

Looking to purchase an 83 Grand Banks Motor Yacht with twin Ford Lehman 120 engines. During the engine inspection evidence of coolant leakage was discovered coming from the Head Gasket area. I also noticed that the current owner had a carton stored in the engine room that had at least 5 gallon...

Thanks to all for your posts on this issue. My first post and can't believe the generosity and advice.

Yes it does. Thanks

I am looking at purchasing a 1988 Grand Banks 36. The boat has no generator and the Broker has advised me that it's not uncommon for this boat especially with a propane stove to go without a generator and still do the same type of cruising generator powered boats do. He says that the single...

Just made an offer on a 36 Grand Banks located in the Portland area and looking for recommendations on boat and engine surveyors. Engine is a 1988 Ford Lehman 135. Thanks

Camargue comments HI ASD. Looking at purchasing a 1990 Camargue 48 in Alameda. Just checking in to say hello. It's a little tough pulling the trigger because the brand is so little known and no way to get a company history or feedback on build quality. Sounds like you have been happy with...