Vetus 65 Vs Yanmar 55 engine

jackdaniels9801 · 22-06-2009, 02:48

Hi team,
I am getting quotes for repowering my boat. So far I have a 55hp Yanmar and a 65HP Vetus (based on the Hyundai engine). They are both about the same money - are new and being installed by good dealers. Obviously the Vetus bang for buck is better deal - but I am wondering what one I should go with (Yanmar is Marine engine...designed as such, the Vetus is a marinised one from a car/truck etc), Yanmar will have better resale I guess...but on a 40" 13 tonne boat I am sure the Vetus will not rev very hard - does anyone have any experience that may help me make up my mind.

Fair winds..

John.

s/y spindrift · 22-06-2009, 04:38

Hi, I have a Yanmar 55 in a 15 tonne yacht. It is 10 years old, 2,700 hours, runs on the smell of an oily rag, been half way round the world consuming all sorts of dubious supplies of diesel. Faultless!!

jackdaniels9801 · 23-06-2009, 20:48

Thanks Spindrift...I guess what is important here is the "known" vs the "unknown" and in boating I have seen way too much "unknown" that has caused me pain...anyone else with some advice?

Dave Carter · 23-06-2009, 21:02

I like Yanmars personally. I have one that has put up with my abuse for years. It's easy enough to work on, its efficient. To be honest I've never worked on a Vetus, I'm not sure why I'm replying. boredom I suppose. Still, Yanmars are probably easier to get parts, filters, experienced mechanics etc.. good luck

pdm26 · 23-06-2009, 21:05

Yanmar has the best worldwide service, and is the most reliable engine on the market. No reason to use any other brand.

22-06-2009, 02:48	#1
jackdaniels9801 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Gold Coast Boat: John Pugh 40Ft - Charisma Posts: 5	Vetus 65 Vs Yanmar 55 engine Hi team, I am getting quotes for repowering my boat. So far I have a 55hp Yanmar and a 65HP Vetus (based on the Hyundai engine). They are both about the same money - are new and being installed by good dealers. Obviously the Vetus bang for buck is better deal - but I am wondering what one I should go with (Yanmar is Marine engine...designed as such, the Vetus is a marinised one from a car/truck etc), Yanmar will have better resale I guess...but on a 40" 13 tonne boat I am sure the Vetus will not rev very hard - does anyone have any experience that may help me make up my mind. Fair winds.. John. Attached Thumbnails

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22-06-2009, 04:38	#2
s/y spindrift Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Auckland NZ Boat: Warwick Cardinal 46 Posts: 2	Hi, I have a Yanmar 55 in a 15 tonne yacht. It is 10 years old, 2,700 hours, runs on the smell of an oily rag, been half way round the world consuming all sorts of dubious supplies of diesel. Faultless!!

23-06-2009, 20:48	#3
jackdaniels9801 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Gold Coast Boat: John Pugh 40Ft - Charisma Posts: 5	Thanks Spindrift...I guess what is important here is the "known" vs the "unknown" and in boating I have seen way too much "unknown" that has caused me pain...anyone else with some advice?

23-06-2009, 21:02	#4
Dave Carter Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Boat: 1973 Bristol40 - Beth Posts: 3	I like Yanmars personally. I have one that has put up with my abuse for years. It's easy enough to work on, its efficient. To be honest I've never worked on a Vetus, I'm not sure why I'm replying. boredom I suppose. Still, Yanmars are probably easier to get parts, filters, experienced mechanics etc.. good luck

23-06-2009, 21:05	#5
pdm26 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 4	Yanmar has the best worldwide service, and is the most reliable engine on the market. No reason to use any other brand.