dougwild

Hi New to site so don't know if you're still reading this string. I've got a sabb engine in my 1965 Barrney boat. It says in the handbook (original) that the engine was 9hp but as Scandanavian horses are particularly strong it was upgraded to 10hp for the rest of Europe. I also have some letters one of which says that if th starter motor fails then a Ford carpri or Vauxhall Avenger starter will fit and one can be obtained from any motor breakers for about £3! Starting can be difficult, especially in the cold. There is a hole down which a 'cigarette' it calls it in the book but I think it's a taper, can be pushed to pre heat the diesel. There is no glo plug. I know it's not good for her but I find a quick squirt of easy start is all she needs to fire first time.Once started she'll fire first time every time throughout the day. It's a fantastic engine and although it never seems to build up much speed it's more than fast enough for canals and rivers and can pull in a straight line through the strongest of winds. I'd say if you have one you're very lucky and if you carry out the basic services it'll outlast you.