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Nothing if it is UK flagged but it would be wise to have an ICC to wave at anybody who asks.

According to Co-pilot.... Cox Engineering: They specialize in re-galvanizing anchor...

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1. The basic answer is close to no I'm afraid. What follows is a heavy post - suggest buckle up and make yourself a cup of coffee :)...

I agree. Sterndrives can be easily be re-built and all parts (for my DPE's for example) are available. Indeed, VP will still sell you a...

I can't recall to have ever seen any SL64, got a link? I mean, aside from the 64 steel, which is obviously in a different league. OTOH...

VP state repoamem every two years but I suspect some owners will get a third year out of them if they haven't gone brittle.

I've never come across that view. My mechanic removes them for a bellows change every two years and replaces the oil in between. If...

No question shafts are simpler. However after owning stern drive boats for 45 years I would say choose the boat you like and go with...

I'm no expert but I assume the speed sensor would be a good place to start.

Makes sense Pete

Thanks all, I've been reliably informed that the play is caused by a worn cable.

Thanks. Was is rotational play in the wheel?

For clarification, the play is when turning the wheel.

I don't know but that's the line of thinking that I had (note that there is power steering too).