Hinckley isn't specifying Yanmar in certain models of their picnic boat lineup for the relatively small price difference between the two. I think that most here would agree that the typical Hinckley picnic boat customer wouldn't notice the price difference between Cummins and Yanmar power so financials aren't the reason that Hinckley specifies Yanmar.Go with a Cummins.................GO WITH A CUMMINS............Yanmar work great in Sailboats, Cummins equals better motors with cheaper and way more available parts and serviceJMHO
The cummins is a nice engine but being the sales rep (full disclosure) I have to say we offer a nice product too. This 6LP has been around a long time and it is a solid engine. The engine is about 500lbs less then the 1350lbs 6BT as well.
Our dealer network is large and many of our dealers are Cummins dealers.
As far as American Iron is concerned the recon is assembled in Mexico. A lot of the Yanmars are assembled here in GA.
We are great in sailboats, launches, and all sorts of boats. If you need any help...let me know. I would be glad to help.
Hinckley isn't specifying Yanmar in certain models of their picnic boat lineup for the relatively small price difference between the two. I think that most here would agree that the typical Hinckley picnic boat customer wouldn't notice the price difference between Cummins and Yanmar power so financials aren't the reason that Hinckley specifies Yanmar.
I'm specifying Yanmar because their 370 hp LV series weighs 500# less than the equivalent Cummins B series (bobtail weights).
The 4LHs were probably THE BEST 4 cyl/ 200-240 hp out there.
Why Yanmar discontinued availability in the states is anyone's guess.
These engines were bulletproof.
The replacement BYs....????