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…
Engine Service Item Recommendations / Part Numbers
“What should I use for this-that and the other thing” is on our list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) from Boat Owners who seek guidance and expertise. Our notes and…
The Yanmar 4LV Series: All Five Models, Every Drive Option, and Why It Belongs on Larger Sailing Yachts
The Yanmar 4LV series launched in 2017 and quickly became one of the most dominant engine platforms our industry has seen. At 2.755 liters of displacement from four cylinders, it…
The Yanmar 3YM30, 3YM30C, and 3YM30AE: The Complete Boater’s Guide
The Yanmar 3YM30 has powered more production sailboats than almost any other engine in its class. It shows up under the companionway steps of Beneteau Oceanis cruisers, Jeanneau Sun Odysseys,…
The Volvo Penta D6-330: Engine Guide for Owners and Buyers
Twin Volvo Penta D6-330s on a 38 to 42-foot vessel is a pairing that shows up regularly in the brokerage market, and for good reason. This is a refined, purpose-built…