Beta Engine service/repairs

[cath907]

has anyone had experience of cardiff marine services for engine serving or repair?
or have any advice on where to go for help?

I think I can do all my filter/oil changes though would appreciate a chat through if anyone has a BZ482.

Have a worry though about a possible air leak in exhaust pipe joint and a water leak...

any advice welcomed.

[Dave Howell]

"Gem" also has Beta BZ482 13hp.
Have done most jobs myself so unable to comment on CMS.
Mine used to eat fan belts (one season -4!) but now seems to be cured by:-
1. Fitted belt with notches/cut-outs on inside.
2. Ensure pulley V-grooves sufaces are good i.e. no rust pitting. Clean up with emery cloth if necessary.

Dave

Had to have a new "water lock" fitted whilst in Brittany this Summer.

[rbhorti]

I have a B20HE installed in Lady Kate (Centaur) in 2008 by Beta engineers at Topsham in 2008. Brought her up to Cardiff Marina were she was serviced by their engineers - excellent service - no dirty hand prints etc. When at sea you need to know your service engineer knew what he was doing when you allowed him near your baby.
rbhorti

[cath907]

Thanks for all your advice. Pleased to say I managed to get a diagnosis of a perforated ejection elbow, so I got a replacement, refitted it and all is well again :-)

[vikingsmb]

Hi all,

my dad used to use Cambrian Marine for servicing his Outboard and they are very good, excellent service etc
are they the same as Cardiff Marine Services?

Cheers
Rob