by Marine Diesel Specialists | Dec 27, 2022 | Yacht Upkeep
Buying a boat can be a significant investment, sometimes second only to your home. For this reason, getting a marine survey before purchasing or after maintaining the same boat for some time makes sense. Our Marine Diesel Specialists want to make sure you know why you should consider requesting a marine survey.
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Our Marine Diesel Specialists offer a variety of products and services to provide marine diesel solutions in Fort Lauderdale and Punta Gorda. Our authorized MAN Engine dealers can offer expert maintenance, repair, and survey services, as well as complete engine, transmission, and generator overhauls. If you are seeking top-quality marine diesel solutions, products, or services, don’t wait to contact our Marine Diesel Specialists and Gulf Coast Diesel Service.
by Marine Diesel Specialists | Jun 30, 2022 | Yacht Life, Yacht Upkeep
If you’re in South Florida and are wondering what to do with a boat during a hurricane season, you’re not alone. While Fort Lauderdale, Florida, is one of the yachting capitals of the world, it, unfortunately, has to deal with a yearly hurricane season that is a hassle at best and uniquely destructive at worst. That’s where storing your yacht or vessel becomes imperative for owners. Proper storage makes the difference between your boat making it to the next yachting season or whether you need to shell out exorbitant amounts of money to repair or replace it. Let our team of Marine Diesel Specialists give some advice on how to properly store your boat in Fort Lauderdale.
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Our Marine Diesel Specialists offer a variety of products and services to provide marine diesel solutions in Fort Lauderdale and Punta Gorda. Our authorized MAN Engine dealers can offer expert maintenance, repair, and survey services, as well as complete engine, transmission, and generator overhauls. If you are seeking top-quality marine diesel solutions, products, or services, don’t wait to contact our Marine Diesel Specialists and Gulf Coast Diesel Service.
by Marine Diesel Specialists | May 27, 2022 | Yacht Upkeep
Whether you regularly use professional boat cleaners or you’re taking a DIY approach to yacht cleaning, you need the right supplies and boat cleaning hacks to keep your ship in shape. Even between detailing appointments, there are simple processes you can use to keep your yacht at its best, no matter how long it’s been since a full detailing. The team at Marine Diesel Specialists has years of experience in the marine industry, supplying and servicing boaters in South Florida, and would love to share some expert insight for any boat owner in need of some professional assistance.
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Our Marine Diesel Specialists offer a variety of products and services to provide marine diesel solutions in Fort Lauderdale and Punta Gorda. Our authorized MAN Engine dealers can offer expert maintenance, repair, and survey services, as well as complete engine, transmission, and generator overhauls. If you are seeking top-quality marine diesel solutions, products, or services, don’t wait to contact our Marine Diesel Specialists and Gulf Coast Diesel Service.
by Marine Diesel Specialists | Sep 28, 2021 | Blog, MAN Engines, Yacht Engines, Yacht Upkeep
When you need to buy parts for your boat, knowing where to go can quickly become overwhelming and exhausting. From diesel engine parts to generators and transmissions, it’s important to know exactly what you are buying.
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Our Marine Diesel Specialists offer a variety of products and services to provide marine diesel solutions in Fort Lauderdale and Punta Gorda. Our authorized MAN Engine dealers can offer expert maintenance, repair, and survey services, as well as complete engine, transmission, and generator overhauls. If you are seeking top-quality marine diesel solutions, products, or services, don’t wait to contact our Marine Diesel Specialists and Gulf Coast Diesel Service.
by Marine Diesel Specialists | Aug 5, 2021 | Blog, MAN Engines, Yacht Upkeep
Marine generators, fueled by diesel or gasoline, produce electricity to power equipment or appliances on your boat or yacht. Although marine generators are specially designed to be durable and handle severe conditions, issues can occur for various reasons. Without proper maintenance and consistent checkups, marine generators can start to stall. Our marine diesel specialists in South Florida want to help you recognize the signs that your generator is on its way out.
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Our Marine Diesel Specialists offer a variety of products and services to provide marine diesel solutions in Fort Lauderdale and Punta Gorda. Our authorized MAN Engine dealers can offer expert maintenance, repair, and survey services, as well as complete engine, transmission, and generator overhauls. If you are seeking top-quality marine diesel solutions, products, or services, don’t wait to contact our Marine Diesel Specialists and Gulf Coast Diesel Service.
by Marine Diesel Specialists | Jul 8, 2021 | Blog, MAN Engines, Yacht Upkeep
Like cars, boats and yachts need regular maintenance to run efficiently. For over 20 years, our Marine Diesel Specialists in Fort Lauderdale and Gulf Coast Diesel Service in Punta Gorda have provided top-quality parts and services. With consistent marine inspections and our boat tips, you can keep your diesel engine running smoothly.
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Our Marine Diesel Specialists offer a variety of products and services to provide marine diesel solutions in Fort Lauderdale and Punta Gorda. Our authorized MAN Engine dealers can offer expert maintenance, repair, and survey services, as well as complete engine, transmission, and generator overhauls. If you are seeking top-quality marine diesel solutions, products, or services, don’t wait to contact our Marine Diesel Specialists and Gulf Coast Diesel Service.
by Marine Diesel Specialists | Nov 30, 2020 | Yacht Upkeep
Buying and owning a boat is a big commitment — and an expensive one. However, neglecting the maintenance your boat needs will end up costing you a lot more than if you perform regular maintenance and upkeep on it. Our professionals know that keeping your boat in pristine condition comes from proper maintenance like getting a regular oil change. If your boat requires servicing, visit our experts at Marine Diesel Specialists for the best service.
Actively changing the oil in your engine, along with the filter, can keep the engine working well and keep repair costs low. Other important factors to remember about a regular oil change are:
- Routine oil changes keep your engine properly lubricated and clean.
- On-time oil changes will clear out any debris in the engine before it causes damage.
- An oil change will keep your engine parts cool and lubricated.
- Regular oil changes will keep your engine running longer.
- An oil change is key for better engine performance.
- Oil changes are designed to protect your engine.
How Much Is an Oil Change?
Some oil changes for a single-engine can cost hundreds of dollars and many hours of labor if you don’t do them on time or if you don’t seek the help of a professional repair shop.
We understand the value of the dollar and want to make sure we provide our customers with affordable, professional services that save you time and the headache of trying to complete an oil change yourself. Our marine diesel mechanics in South Florida offer oil changes sure to meet your budget and completed promptly. We offer repairs and maintenance for all types of marine diesel engines. If your engine isn’t working properly, we’re here to help with our expert repairs and maintenance services. We can repair many common marine diesel engine problems and get your yacht or boat back on the water quickly.
How Often Should You Change the Oil in a Boat Engine?
If you are wondering just how often you need to perform an oil change on your boat’s engine, the answer is typically every 100 hours and at least once a year – whichever comes first. We recommend that even if your engine is capable of going for longer periods of time between an oil change, you make sure to do it during these times anyway. This will ensure that the life of the engine is carried out to full term.
When to Have an Oil Change on an Older Engine
If your boat engine is a little older, you will want to make sure to really keep up with maintenance to make sure it performs at its optimal level. This means after every 100 hours, you will want to have an oil change, or at least once a year. The more frequently you change the oil, the better the chances your older boat engine will last longer.
When to Have an Oil Change on a Newer Engine
For newer engines, oil changes are not as frequent but should still be done regularly to keep your engine healthy. During the break-in phase of your boat’s engine, we recommend getting an oil change after the first 20 hours; then you can extend the oil change time to 100 hours or once a year.
At Marine Diesel Specialists, we’re the first choice for marine diesel engine repair, maintenance, and service. With South Florida and Gulf Coast locations, we’re able to exceed all expectations with factory-trained technicians and customer-focused service. For expertise, OEM marine diesel parts, and five-star service, call on our teams at Marine Diesel Specialists and Gulf Coast Diesel Service.
Our Marine Diesel Specialists offer a variety of products and services to provide marine diesel solutions in Fort Lauderdale and Punta Gorda. Our authorized MAN Engine dealers can offer expert maintenance, repair, and survey services, as well as complete engine, transmission, and generator overhauls. If you are seeking top-quality marine diesel solutions, products, or services, don’t wait to contact our Marine Diesel Specialists and Gulf Coast Diesel Service.
by Marine Diesel Specialists | Aug 3, 2020 | MAN Engines, Yacht Engines, Yacht Upkeep
No boat owner should take his or her vessel out without a few essential tools on board. Likewise, he or she should also carry some spare parts that can make the difference between simply being stalled or flat-out getting stranded. Some things may happen out on the water that will require repairs. You would never go on a long road trip without a spare tire in your trunk or access to roadside assistance. In the same way, you should never go on a boat trip without carrying a few essential spare parts for the boat. At Marine Diesel Specialists, we want to ensure you know the crucial spare parts you need to keep on your boat while at sea.
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Our Marine Diesel Specialists offer a variety of products and services to provide marine diesel solutions in Fort Lauderdale and Punta Gorda. Our authorized MAN Engine dealers can offer expert maintenance, repair, and survey services, as well as complete engine, transmission, and generator overhauls. If you are seeking top-quality marine diesel solutions, products, or services, don’t wait to contact our Marine Diesel Specialists and Gulf Coast Diesel Service.
by Marine Diesel Specialists | May 15, 2020 | Yacht Life, Yacht Upkeep
The yachting world was gearing up for an incredibly busy year in 2020, but then the coronavirus outbreak reached American shores. 1 States all over the country went on lockdown including Florida which declared a public health emergency in March.2 The island nations of the Caribbean took drastic measures to protect their citizens by closing their borders, leaving many yacht owners stuck in U.S. waters.
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Our Marine Diesel Specialists offer a variety of products and services to provide marine diesel solutions in Fort Lauderdale and Punta Gorda. Our authorized MAN Engine dealers can offer expert maintenance, repair, and survey services, as well as complete engine, transmission, and generator overhauls. If you are seeking top-quality marine diesel solutions, products, or services, don’t wait to contact our Marine Diesel Specialists and Gulf Coast Diesel Service.
by Marine Diesel Specialists | May 4, 2020 | Blog, Yacht Upkeep
Our team at Marine Diesel Specialists is taking the COVID-19 outbreak seriously. We understand the importance of keeping our customers safe and doing our part to stop the spread of the coronavirus. Our marine diesel mechanics in Fort Lauderdale also understand that our customers still need our services even during this pandemic.
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Our Marine Diesel Specialists offer a variety of products and services to provide marine diesel solutions in Fort Lauderdale and Punta Gorda. Our authorized MAN Engine dealers can offer expert maintenance, repair, and survey services, as well as complete engine, transmission, and generator overhauls. If you are seeking top-quality marine diesel solutions, products, or services, don’t wait to contact our Marine Diesel Specialists and Gulf Coast Diesel Service.
by Marine Diesel Specialists | Jan 16, 2020 | Yacht Engines, Yacht Upkeep
Understanding the differences between a marine engine rebuild and a replacement is crucial for maintaining your vessel’s performance. At Marine Diesel Specialists, we help you navigate this important decision. Rebuilding a boat motor involves restoring the engine by replacing worn components while a replacement means installing an entirely new engine. Factors like the engine’s condition and available options influence the choice. Our marine diesel technicians will guide you in making the best decision for your boat, whether reviving your current engine or opting for a new one.
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Our Marine Diesel Specialists offer a variety of products and services to provide marine diesel solutions in Fort Lauderdale and Punta Gorda. Our authorized MAN Engine dealers can offer expert maintenance, repair, and survey services, as well as complete engine, transmission, and generator overhauls. If you are seeking top-quality marine diesel solutions, products, or services, don’t wait to contact our Marine Diesel Specialists and Gulf Coast Diesel Service.
by Marine Diesel Specialists | Dec 15, 2019 | Blog, Yacht Engines, Yacht Upkeep
The end of the decade is coming up fast! 2019 has been a year of ups and downs and 2020 promises to be just as eventful. If you are a boat owner, now’s as good a time as any to start drafting up your New Year’s resolutions list.
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Our Marine Diesel Specialists offer a variety of products and services to provide marine diesel solutions in Fort Lauderdale and Punta Gorda. Our authorized MAN Engine dealers can offer expert maintenance, repair, and survey services, as well as complete engine, transmission, and generator overhauls. If you are seeking top-quality marine diesel solutions, products, or services, don’t wait to contact our Marine Diesel Specialists and Gulf Coast Diesel Service.
