Detroit Diesel Injector Failure — What You Need to Know

July 26, 2020

One of the most critical parts of a diesel engine is the fuel injection system. This system pressurizes and injects fuel into the air that the combustion chamber has compressed. A fuel injection system causes the fuel quantity to adjust, the fuel to atomize, the injection timing to change and the fuel to feed into injectors. Overall, fuel injectors ensure the fuel gets into the engine optimally. They also ensure the fuel is in the right form for an engine's combustion process. Fuel injectors are regularly used in engines to keep their emissions cleaner, reduce the need for fuel system…
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Why Marine Diesel Engine Loading Is the Key to Long Engine Life

April 30, 2020

Water applications put a high level of pressure on diesel boat engines, and these machines have specific requirements you need to follow to maximize safety and overall engine life. The challenge is that many owners without enough experience can wear perfectly capable boat engines down long before their time. One of the most crucial factors to keep in mind while taking steps to improve engine life is diesel engine loading. Boat engines can overload quickly, so it’s important to travel within the necessary parameters to prevent this issue and keep your system components in excellent condition.   What Is Diesel…
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How Old Is Your Marine Diesel Engine, Really?

April 23, 2020

It’s easy to hear promises of marine diesel engines lasting 8,000 hours and believe they will hold up against any environment or weather any storm. Yet, like with any engine, longevity depends heavily on how well you maintain the equipment. You can take care of all an engine’s standard needs and still lose it in a few hundred hours thanks to one simple factor — water corrosion. More forces are working on your marine engine than regular wear over time. Without the proper care and due diligence, your marine engine could face a premature retirement and force you to invest in…
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True or False? The truth behind engine oil myths.

April 9, 2020

When it comes to marine diesel engine oil, there are plenty of myths about which types of oil are best for which engine. Here are some of the most common marine engine oil myths and the truth behind them.   1. Synthetic Oils Are Better Synthetic oils are made from synthesized chemicals, sometimes derived from petroleum, which eliminates crude oil. When you remove crude, you eliminate naturally occurring contaminants such as wax, making the oil molecules smaller and more uniform in size. This consistency can result in a slight decrease to engine wear. However, synthetic oils are at least twice…
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Where to Find My Detroit Diesel Engine Serial Number

March 5, 2020

  When you need to order replacement parts and supplies, or you're talking to a technician about repairs, it's essential to be able to provide your accurate Detroit Diesel engine serial number. The items you are ordering are specifically made for your particular engine and can not only vary by make and year but also within the same models. Knowing where to find Detroit Diesel engine serial numbers is the best way to ensure you get the correct information and the right parts every time. While the engine ESN is commonly on the data plate of newer models, the process of finding…
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Efficiency in Diesel Engines

February 13, 2020

Is your diesel engine as efficient as it can be? The word “efficiency” has many connotations, and its meaning in terms of marine diesel engines can be tricky for some boat owners. Having a solid understanding of diesel engine efficiency will help you stay safe while extending your boat’s functional longevity. What Is Efficiency in Diesel Engines? Efficiency refers to the level of effectiveness of your boat engine’s filtration system. If your filtration is highly efficient, the filter can remove incredibly small particles from the fuel. A less efficient system may allow more particles and contaminants to escape, which can…
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