The Volvo Penta D6-435: Engine Guide for Owners and Buyers
The Volvo Penta D6-435: Engine Guide for Owners and Buyers July 7, 2026 Murray Yacht Sales The Volvo Penta D6-435 occupies a pivotal position in modern marine diesel engineering, delivering…
The Volvo Penta D13 Engine Guide: A Comprehensive Review for Owners and Buyers
Engine Model Review / Boaters Guide – July 5, 2026 – Murray Yacht Sales Blog Introduction to the Volvo Penta D13 Marine Platform The 13-liter marine diesel propulsion segment represents…
Onan 8.0 kW Marine Diesel Generators: The Complete Boater’s Guide
An Expert Breakdown of the Legendary MDKD/MDKDB Workhorses vs. the Modern MDKBW Space Saver As marine engine and generator specialists, we are frequently asked by vessel owners about upgrading or…
Decoding the Cooling Loop: The Marine Technician’s Impeller Cross-Reference: The Complete Boater’s Guide
Published for Marine Engineers, Technicians, and Yard Operators In marine mechanics, raw-water cooling loops serve as a vessel’s primary defense against catastrophic thermal engine damage. Unlike closed-loop freshwater systems that…
Onan 15.0 MDJF Marine Generator: The Complete Boater’s Guide
If you have spent any length of time in the engine room of a classic motoryacht, long-range trawler, or blue-water cruising sailboat built between the 1970s and the early 1990s,…
Detroit Diesel 8V71: The Classic Marine Workhorse
The Detroit Diesel Series 71 is a landmark in the history of internal combustion engines, establishing a reputation for rugged simplicity, durability, and a distinctive high-pitched exhaust note that earned…
Hatteras 53 – Four Models Over Two Decades / Decode Hatteras HIN
The Hatteras 53 is a legendary series of classic fiberglass yachts manufactured from 1969 to 1989. While Hatteras generally used simple alphanumeric model names rather than complex encrypted codes, the…
The Yanmar 2GM, 2GM20, and 2GM20F: The Complete Boater’s Guide
Auxiliary Marine Propulsion and the GM Family Legacy The development of the Yanmar GM engine series in 1980 and 1981 marked a technological milestone in the design of auxiliary powerplants…
Beneteau 37 Parts
Please identify the parts that you need from the drawings below. Murray Yacht Sales Team Recommendations – Link to Recommended Items for your Vessel Cutlass Bearing Description Qty Part Number…
Marine Survey – What should a boat owner do to ensure a clean Marine Survey?
The Murray Yacht Sales Team has observed thousands of marine surveys over the past 50+ years serving the Gulf Coast. In the post below, you will find best practices to…