Sigma 38 new engine

[Roger_D]

Thinking of replacing my raw water cooled 28hp VP2003 (recent injector seating problems, gearbox goes forward/backward but not neutral & quite frankly I don't trust it anymore) with a Beta. It looks like the 37.5hp Beta 1505 will fit as well as the equivilant 28hp Beta. I know there will be replacements needed for water supply, exhaust, propellor (I have a 2 bladed folding worn out vibrating prop)etc, but wonder if any forumites have gone through this exercise for a Sigma 38 (indeed for any new engine) & would share pitfalls etc. Any views would be gratefully received. I have searched previous threads. Thanks

[cagey]

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[sailorman]

Hi
i re-engined 5 yrs ago Nanni 4150 HE, the same engine as the Beta ( but more expensive ) it replaced a Perky 4108 in my Oyster 37,.
it does everything the perky done but much more quieter. its got more torque for max revs ( 3000 rpm ) i had to adjust the Max prop to a courser pitch to get the revs down to 3000.
the engine is much lighter than the perky.
suggest you have the PRM hydraulic box its quieter than the mecanical box & can withstand more abuse, (they are fitted to hire fleets) go for a Maxprop as well.
have a chat with Jason Hatch
jason@jhatch.co.uk
he is very good

[macd]

Whichever Beta you decide on (I installed a 28hp 3 years ago), I'd urge you to consider stumping up for the optional poly-vee belt rather than the standard V-belt . The set-up is close to maintenance- and worry-free. Why boat engine manufacturers continue to fit ancilliary drives which were obsolete in other applications decades ago is beyond me.

[nickcred]

re-engined with a Nanni 4150 HE also and very pleased with it, very quiet and was recommended by a guy who runs all his hirefleet on Nanni's and says most reliable for him

[ckris]

Have you tried the Sigma 38 class association - http://www.sigma38.co.uk?

They are very helpful and may be able to put you in contact with someone who has done it.