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Opinions wanted: Most maintainable-reliable engines

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Posted by SouthPenn on Friday, December 18, 2015 9:59 AM

I would say Kato. My Stewart/Kato engines are over 20 years old and have never given me any problems. Very low maintenance too. Clean and lube every 3-4 years.

Remember to lube the drive shaft u-joints too, not just the gear boxes.

South Penn

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