"Matt O'Toole" wrote in message
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On Sun, 05 Mar 2006 22:59:31 -0500, Larry wrote:
Automotive/truck diesels are different, designed to run at light load for
extended periods. Marine/industrial diesels are designed to run at high
load all the time, like a truck pulling a full load over an endless
mountain pass. Of course there's some crossover, but for the most part
these are different types of engines.


I suspect that many here have visited this site; for those who haven't, take
a look at this for one person's opinions on diesel power for boats (and many
other subjects).
http://www.yachtsurvey.com/GasNdiesel.htm