Marine Diesel Maintenance Tips Part 3
3. Fire It Up equals Electricity A typical marine diesel engines DC (direct current) electrical systems are a frequent area of concern. Although the electrical system has the least impact for causing detrimental damage to your marine diesel power plant. That doesn’t mean that your electrical components should be ignored. You should be prepared if […]
Marine Diesel Engine Maintenance Tips Part 2b
Another area of concern with the fresh water system is the pressure cap. This might seem trivial but having the pressure cap correctly sealed is another vital aspect to a properly functioning marine diesel engine. A conventional seal increases the pressure enough to raise the exact boiling point of water from 212° Fahrenheit to 250° […]
Marine Diesel Engine Maintenance Tips Part 2a
2. Room Temperature (Cooling) The single largest catalyst for Marine Diesel Engines mechanical issues is not technically a part of the engine. The fact that this integral aspect of your power plants operation is not ever covered by warranty should help you understand the importance. Impeded and clogged sea strainers are without a doubt the absolute #1 […]
Marine Diesel Engine Maintenance Tips Part 1
1. Oil & Water equals Lubrication Diesel Services of America is going to share some basic tips that will increase the life and performance of your Diesel Powerplant. Preventive maintenance is of the utmost importance and should be exercised regularly unless you don’t mind hefty repair bills. We will cover four separate but important topics […]
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At Diesel Services of America, meeting all of your marine diesel needs is our speciality! We are one of the largest marine diesel sales and service companies in Southeast Florida, providing maintenance and repair for the entire Caribbean area and beyond since 1981. We are proud to offer factory authorized sales and services for all […]
