[csaviano]

hello, I'm thinking about purchasing a 2007 savron 390. during the engine survey it was brought to my attention of a plaque attach to each engine (Volvo) stating something related to the life/replacement of each engine being 1000 hours. Current hours on each engine are 800.  can someone elaborate on what its meant by it?  I dont want to buy it if I'll need to replace or even do a major hull on the engines.  any suggestion will help me make a better choice.  furthermore, I will post a pic of the plaque as soon as the surveyor sends it to me

Thank you.

[hiccup]

Nothing magical happens at 1,000 hours. If the engines are in good condition and have been properly maintained they will last a long time. It is typical for engines to receive a major service at around 1,000 hours. Typically referred to as '1,000 hour service', however even that is typically overdone by diesel mechanics so they can send their kids through college.

If you have questions about the engines in a boat you're considering purchasing (which you should), then you should hire a mechanic to inspect the engines and listen to his advice. This would be separate from a boat surveyor.

[csaviano]

Nothing magical happens at 1,000 hours.  If the engines are in good condition and have been properly maintained they will last a long time.  It is typical for engines to receive a major service at around 1,000 hours.  Typically referred to as '1,000 hour service', however even that is typically overdone by diesel mechanics so they can send their kids through college.

If you have questions about the engines in a boat you're considering purchasing (which you should), then you should hire a mechanic to inspect the engines and listen to his advice.  This would be separate from a boat surveyor.

Thank you for the reply.  yes Im having an engine surveyor do a full survey.   ive received the maintenance records/invoices from the owner.   it looks like he spent $38k on drives replacement back in 2023.   I realize "S#@$" happens but I'm wondering what's a realistic yearly maintenance cost for this boat?   is there something with the IPS drives I should be concerned with?

[hiccup]

IPS drives do require significantly more maintenance than straight shaft inboard engines. The yearly cost depends a great deal on how lucky you are. The most important thing is to have a competent mechanic who is familiar with the drives and can get parts that is trustworthy. The IPS drives have a lot of advantages, but if you don't have a mechanic who fits that description nearby, I would avoid them.