Category: Taking Care Of Your Marine Diesel Engine
June 3, 2022
Marine gauges are designed to give boaters an overview of the boat's operations at a quick glance. Typically, gauges show information such as engine temperature, water depth, fuel level, oil pressure, water temperature and other important levels. When you're looking to replace gauges for boats, you have two options: mechanical gauges and electric gauges. Which one is best? In this article, we will take a look at both types of boat gauges and explain why mechanical gauges from Diesel Pro Power are your best choice. How Mechanical Gauges Work There are different types of mechanical gauges but the most common…
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June 3, 2022
Diesel engines are known for their long-lasting abilities over long journeys, whether for industrial or marine-based engines. But even a diesel engine may sometimes experience a power issue. You may find your diesel engine losing power when it's hot or when it's under load, for example. If your diesel engine experiences a sudden loss of power, there are several different things that could be causing the problem. 1. Clogged Fuel Filter The fuel filter removes impurities from the gas so that they don't find their way into the engine. If the fuel filter is clogged, then it won't be able…
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October 5, 2021
Your head gasket is a critical component of your vehicle's Detroit Diesel or Cummins engine. But, what is a head gasket? This flat sheet of metal is found sandwiched between your engine block and cylinder head and is considered to be your engine's workhorse. What is the purpose of a head gasket? Well, in addition to sealing the engine block and cylinder heads of your engine so oil and coolant can properly circulate, the head gasket also seals the combustion chamber within your engine. With the proper sealing of these three main components, your vehicle will be able to produce…
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May 7, 2020
When you work with a marine engine every day, the most important task is doing everything you can to keep all its components up and running. One of these main components is the aftercooler. This device can manage air temperature on diesel engines for boats. What many operators fail to realize about aftercoolers is that they can fill up with condensation under humid conditions. Believe it or not, this is fairly normal and more harmless than you may think. What Is an Aftercooler on a Diesel Engine? An aftercooler is a device positioned on a marine engine that controls the…
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April 16, 2020
Marine fuel coolers keep boat engine fuel from getting too hot while it travels between the tank and the engine. They are commonly used in the marine industry, as they can increase boat efficiency. What exactly do diesel fuel coolers do, and what purpose do they serve? Most importantly, will these devices significantly benefit your marine operations? How Do Inline Fuel Coolers Work? Marine operators may add a fuel cooler to their boat for a variety of reasons, and many boats come with this device already installed. Boat fuel can heat up quickly while the engine is running. Fluid constantly…
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April 2, 2020
Engine performance problems can be a major headache. One common marine diesel engine problem is low power. Low power may or may not be accompanied by dark smoke, and could be caused by a number of issues. In fact, the issue might not even be the engine. Here's some important information for marine diesel troubleshooting. Low Power engine, emitting Black Smoke If your engine is producing low power or low rpm and is emitting black smoke, the vessel may be underpowered or overloaded in its current configuration. Being overloaded has a direct effect on the propellers and also causes the…
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