"Jeff" wrote in message

I've never had a marine Volvo, but it seems that all I hear about them is
negative, especially when it comes to parts.

I found that attempting to get parts for both my vovlo engines was a unique
experience. Rarely does one get overcharged, informed all parts are
back-ordered with 2 month wait lists, get billed for global air freight
shipping to the local retail outlet... find out they had one in stock all
along.... all the while being talked down to and subjected to rude remarks.
The extra touch to make you feel like you are putting them out was amazing.
Positive point about volvos... their extra weight makes for an excellent
mooring block.

Funny story... my marine mechanic phoned the local volvo dealer. It was an
extra $200 and a week delay to have a part shipped. He drove down to pick
up it up.[a fuel pump - $4800.00] and ended up punching out the parts guy.
ha Ha ha.... ask me again why I'm so delighted with my Yanmar 3GM.

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