Diesel Services of America

Posted on August 21, 2018 April 30, 2019

Perkins Generator Set

Do you have a Perkins generator set? Is your boat equipped with a Perkins marine engine? Diesel Services of America is South Florida’s leading provider for all things diesel, including marine generator repair and generator maintenance services. Perkins Engines has been designing, engineering, and manufacturing marine diesel generators for over 80 years now and the Perkins generator set has long since been a trustworthy choice to depend on at sea. Perkins Generators repair specialists understand the importance of having a high-performance diesel generator onboard a vessel. A Perkins generator set brings light, power, warmth, and the comfort of security to thousands of owners across the…

Posted on June 18, 2018 June 18, 2018

Troubleshooting Common Marine Engine Problems

Malfunctioning and diesel engine failures are the most common cause for emergency rescue calls. This is especially true of fishing boats and charters. Most marine engine problems are caused by minor malfunctions that go unnoticed or are completely overlooked. Fortunately, most common marine engine problems are preventable with routine maintenance. There are also signs to look out for to make sure your vessel doesn’t leave out stranded at sea. Since a diesel engine failure is generally caused by a number of small malfunctions, it’s usually possible to get the engine up and running again without too much effort. As a rule of thumb, it’s important…