Reasonable for an engine rebuild

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Originally Posted by ITD

We almost agree here Woodsy, engine longevity argument aside, were it my engine I would probably just run it if it were running ok beside the noise. At the end of the season, I would pull out my tools and open it up after determining the noise was inside the engine and not an accessory, a bearing, an injector or any other number of things it could be. I would check out the cam for obvious extensive wear then replace the lifters. All in all it's something that would take me 15 to 30 hours in my estimation, maybe less, maybe more ( I spend most of my time looking for my tools). If I found a big problem, I'd button it up and probably get a new(er) boat, or, if attached to it, rebuild or replace the motor.

If $300 worth of lifters solve the problem for another 10 years I'm way ahead of the game.

Yes sounds great as long as your able to do this. I'd guess the "average" person who's challenged by any more than an oil change would not be comfortable attempting what you suggest. When people ask for advice and names I just love all the "it's easy do it yourself responses." I'd be comfortable attempting surgery if I'm a surgeon most people asking these questions are doing so for a reason. I realize Plumbing is easy for a plumber, doesn't mean I have a clue what I'm doing.
Not "challenging" you in particular just venting more than anything.