"Dave Brown" wrote in message
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Just for my own further education, how did he determine they were not
longer fit for service? Has the boat seen salt water? I have only ever had
to replace one oil pan in 33 years working on boats (and it was cracked)
so this is very interesting to me.


Forgot to mention:

Yes, the boat has been used in salt water. I've not noticed any major
amount of leakage into the bilge through the rudder or drive shafts however.
It does get some fresh water due to heavy rain, but not a gigantic amount.

Eisboch