Oil Pump Failure and What Causes It

February 24, 2020

Oil Pump Failure — What It Is and What You Need to Know


Common Oil Pump Failure Symptoms


10 Causes of Oil Pump Failure


1. Low Engine Oil Levels


2. Infrequent Oil Changes


3. Wear and Tear Over Time


4. Engine Sludge


5. Oil Contamination


6. Open Bypass Valves


7. Malfunctioning Oil Passages or Oil Lines


8. Restricting the Oil Suction Tube


9. Incorrect Bearing Clearance


10. Improper Installation


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Engine Valves — What Do They Do and How to Correct Failure

February 24, 2020

What Is the Engine Valve?


Engine Valve Function and Purpose


Intake vs. Exhaust Valves


A Diesel Engine Valve Failure Analysis


Bent Diesel Engine Valves


Burnt Diesel Engine Valves


Signs of Engine Valve Failure


How to Correct Engine Valve Failure


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Efficiency in Diesel Engines

February 13, 2020

Efficiency in Diesel Engines: A Marine Perspective With a Focus on Detroit Diesel, Cummins, and Caterpillar Engines


Introduction: Why Marine Diesel Efficiency Matters


What Diesel Engine Efficiency Really Means in a Marine Context


Two Key Metrics


Why Marine Applications Are Different


How Detroit Diesel, Cummins, and Caterpillar Approach Marine Efficiency


Detroit Diesel


Cummins



Caterpillar


Key Engineering Drivers of Efficiency in Marine Diesel Engines


1. Proper Engine Loading


2. Turbocharging and Charge Air Cooling


3. Fuel Injection Precision


4. Reducing Mechanical Losses


5. Maintaining Clean Systems


Why Two-Stroke vs. Four-Stroke Matters for Marine Efficiency


Detroit Diesel’s Classic Two-Strokes



Modern Four-Strokes (Cummins & Caterpillar)


Advanced Strategies for Improving Marine Diesel Efficiency



Propeller Matching and Hull Condition


Electronic Engine Management


Waste Heat Recovery


Regular Sea Trials and Fuel Audits


Practical Tips for Maximizing Efficiency on Your Detroit, Cummins, or Caterpillar


Conclusion: Efficient Diesel Operation is Smart Business at Sea


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Diesel Engine Cylinder Head Buying Guide

November 21, 2019

Signs You Need to Replace Your Boat's Diesel Cylinder Head


Aftermarket Cylinder Heads By Engine Brand (Detroit Diesel, Cummins, Caterpillar)


Tips When Buying Diesel Engine Cylinder Heads for Your Boat


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Guide to Marine Diesel Engine Maintenance

November 6, 2019

Why Marine Diesel Engine Maintenance Matters


Daily  Marine Diesel Maintenance Schedule


Weekly Marine Diesel Maintenance Schedule


Monthly Marine Diesel Maintenance Schedule


6-Month Marine Diesel Maintenance Schedule


Annual Marine Diesel Maintenance Schedule


How to Tell If Your Marine Diesel Engine Requires Immediate Assistance


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Guide to  Marine Diesel Engine Maintenance

How Do Diesel Engines Work?

November 6, 2019

What Is the Difference Between a Diesel Engine and a Gasoline Engine?


1. Diesel Engines Throttle Fuel, Not Air


2. Diesel Engines Use Superheated Air to Ignite the Fuel


3. Diesel Engines Use Different Fuel


How Diesel Engines Work


1. Intake Stroke


2. Compression Stroke


3. Combustion Stroke


4. Exhaust Stroke


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