Brian my 1984 vintage 2003 28hp would eat exhaust elbows, I kept a spare and took the old one to a radiator shop every 3 years or so. I am pleased to hear about your experience with the beta as I am putting the finishing touches on my new beta 38 install and I did get a spare elbow that it seems I won't need for some time to come. What engine spares do you recommend I carry for a pacific cruise?