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…
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…
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…
Tips, Hacks & Murray Yacht Sales’ Team Recommendations
“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 4JH57: Engine Guide for Lagoon 42, Lagoon 46, and Excess 14 Owners
The Yanmar 4JH57 is a compact, naturally aspirated, common-rail diesel that does its job with minimal drama. On a catamaran, that is exactly what you want from an auxiliary engine.…
West Marine, Private Equity, and the Changing Boating Market
Our Team, along with many other boaters, was surprised to see reports surrounding West Marine and their Chapter 11 Bankruptcy. For many owners, captains, and industry professionals, the news naturally…