[jimster]

Guys I'd take any input and expertise on this boat/motors ('87Viking/Detroit 6-71s Convertible). I desire reliability and seaworthiness for long hauls from California to Cabo etc. I am also on a budget so reliability is huge to me. I don't mind spending extra $ at the pump to get a motor that doesn't have aluminum heads etc that warp and melt or need extra maintenance. A Viking and the Detroit 6-71s became my target. I came to this conclusion talking to experienced ole surveyor. I am not sure on which Viking to get, but think that the 41 0r 43 is as big as I want and I like the 38 a lot with the same motors. Does anyone know what the difference in fuel efficiency would be with the 41' vs the 38'???????Thanks for any help you have time for!!! Any problems I should look for on this '41 in particular? Thanks again! Jimster