4by2-180

[Rob8963]

I am considering a 2012 c26 with a 4by2-180. It has about 600 hours and the condition seems good. I understand this is a marinized BMW engine and is different from the standard Yanmar 4 cylinder motor, that has an excellent reputation. Are there any precautions or maintenance issues that I should be aware of? My objective is to address any maintenance issues prior to the next boating season.
Thanks

 

[Ralf H]

Hi there!

Unfortunately we haven't used that engine in almost a decade and a half, and don't really have any data that points in one direction or the other. So there's not much we can say about it. I might recommend seeing if there are any worthwhile Yanmar forums that might have more info. Sorry that I can't help on this one, but let me know if you have any other questions.

Thanks!

Ralf

 

[Rob8963]

I contacted a local Yanmar dealer and he said it’s a faulty motor, riddled with problems. Too bad you did not know that a decade and a half ago. There were plenty of other options for reliable diesel engines, and Cutwater picked a dud. I’m uneasy when a company sells a faulty product and claims ignorance. Own up!

 

[Sam Bisset]

Hi Rob8963,

It sounds like you did the right thing by contacting a Yanmar representative. That's where you'll get the best information about their older products. Asking the community here (outside of the ask the factory forum) may also be a productive route. If you're still curious about that engine, you could try calling our customer service office and talk to one of the guys that was here back when we used it. They may have more information. Leave a message if they can't get to your call. They are very busy.

We welcome questions and constructive criticism on this forum, but we do ask that everyone communicate respectfully. Ralf was doing his best to point you in the right direction.

Thanks for understanding.