Category: Maintenance

4 Ways to Keep Your Engine Healthy During Winter

Four Ways to Keep Your Marine Diesel Engine Healthy During Winter

December 19, 2019

When you store your boat for winter, you're already looking forward to spring. But before you roll on a tarp and close the door, it pays to know how to winterize your boat engine. It only takes one cold snap to leave an unprotected boat with a cracked block and its owner with a hefty bill. In the U.S., the more temperate southern states have the highest number of insurance claims due to freezing damage, as boat owners in these mild climates are more likely to gamble on the weather rather than undertake winterization. However, since you can accomplish essential… Read More

How to Bleed Your Diesel Engine

How to Bleed Your Diesel Engine

December 5, 2019

A solid maintenance routine will keep a diesel engine serving faithfully, and that maintenance doesn't have to be intimidating. For optimal performance, a diesel engine's primary need is a continuous supply of clean fuel. A symptom known as "airlock" occurs when this flow is interrupted by an air bubble, causing the engine to shut down and refuse to start. By bleeding trapped air from the fuel system, you can restore the flow of fuel and get your marine diesel engine running again. This skill is crucial for anyone who intends to be on the water for any considerable length of… Read More

Caring for Your Aging Marine Diesel Engine

Caring for Your Aging Marine Diesel Engine

November 28, 2019

Wondering how to maintain your marine diesel engine as it ages? You've come to the right place. Diesel engines boast impressive durability, efficiency and longevity, but as they get older, they require more care and attention to continue providing reliable service. Keep reading for useful advice about caring for and prolonging the life of an aging marine diesel engine. How to Service and Maintain a Marine Diesel Engine Emissions standards and other regulations tend to become more stringent over time — yet many aging marine engines are still able to perform within the letter of the law. Here are some of the fundamentals of marine… Read More

diesel engine cylinder head buying guide

Diesel Engine Cylinder Head Buying Guide

November 21, 2019

The diesel cylinder head in your engine probably doesn't get a lot of attention until you notice a problem with your boat's performance. Without cylinder heads, there'd be no pressure seal within engine cylinders or the internal combustion that powers modern engines.   [caption id="attachment_2483" align="aligncenter" width="300"] Detroit Diesel 671 Loaded Cylinder Head[/caption] Additional responsibilities of diesel engine cylinder heads include: Provides a housing at the top of the engine block for the combustion chamber, exhaust valves, lifters and springs. Lets air into the combustion process and evacuates exhaust. Helps fuel and coolant move through the marine engine smoothly. When… Read More

Guide to Diesel Engine Maintenance

Guide to Marine Diesel Engine Maintenance

November 6, 2019

Whether it's powering a tugboat, fishing charter, or personal yacht, diesel engines are vital to ongoing performance. Regular maintenance can keep it running well for years to come, regardless if it is a new diesel engine or an old one that needs a little more TLC. Being responsible in the care of your diesel engine can save you both time and money. In this guide, we'll offer some maintenance tips for diesel engines, as well as a diesel engine maintenance checklist that you can use throughout the year as you keep up with the needs of your engine. Why Marine… Read More

Breaking In a Diesel Engine

November 5, 2019

Whether you've just purchased a brand new boat, or are refurbishing or rebuilding an older one to take out to sea, it's essential to understand the proper procedures for breaking in a diesel engine. While manufacturers and professional technicians can precision-build the parts and components that make up your outboard or inboard diesel engine, following new engine break-in procedures are vital for allowing cylinder and ring surfaces to set and seal in place for a perfect fit. Running a marine engine break-in procedure will improve your overall performance, extend your engine's life and prevent excessive oil consumption that can cost… Read More

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