"Gould 0738" wrote in message
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It's screwed indeed, but that's the breaks.
Nobody said boating would always be easy or cheap.

Yeah, but most of us don't get that nice tax break when we write the big
check!!!

I just had the folks from Pacific Diesel out to service the exhaust manifold
on my Kohler genset (a recall of a cast iron version they had been
installing for 25 years!). They seemed like a well run outfit stocked with
journeyman talent. Nice to see these days. The gent who serviced my genset
said that they're not real excited about servicing boats because most of the
time it's so damn cramped. The Tolly engine room layout made his work easy
and there was not even a trace of irritability in his professional demeanor
as the job was complete.

Sounds like you're well on your way to a cure. Replacing your old tanks
will bring some peace of mind as will having a fresh motor. Think of how
your confidence and pride will be restored as you start her up and make the
trip back to your slip. You'll be giddy and anxious to take her out for a
cruise!