Yanmar 3JH4E & 3JH40 Marine Diesel Engine
The Yanmar 3JH4E, and it’s successor the 3JH40, are popular engine choices in sailboats and catamarans from 35 to 45 feet. Both are held in high regard due to low…
Caterpillar 3406 & 3406E Diesel Engine: High-Performance Marine Use
The Caterpillar 3406 marine diesel engine series has powered commercial workboats, offshore sportfishing yachts, and long-range cruising vessels for decades. Built on a 14.6-liter inline six-cylinder platform, the 3406 earned…
Yanmar 6LPA-STP Diesel Engine: Proven Downeast Powerhouse
The Yanmar 6LPA-STP is one of the most widely respected mechanical-injection diesel engines ever installed in mid-size cruising and sportfishing boats. Commonly found in vessels like the Mainship 30, Albin…
Understanding Sacrificial Anodes: The Unsung Heroes Protecting Your Boat
If you’ve ever noticed small, gray lumps of metal bolted to your boat’s hull, prop shaft, rudder, or outdrive, you’ve seen sacrificial anodes at work. They may not look like…
2025 Catalina Yachts update – How to Find OEM Catalina Sailboat Parts / Inside Resources -by Stanton Murray
…marking the beginning of my relationship with the late Frank Butler, founder of Catalina Yachts. Frank was supported by Sharon Day, national sales manager and later president, and Gerry Douglass, head of engineering and design. Both retired from Catalina Yachts long before the current unfortunate situation.
Beneteau, Excess Catamarans, J/Boats among SAIL’s Best Boats Nominees
Along the Gulf Coast, Murray Yacht Sales proudly represents the models listed below. Experience them all in one place at the Annapolis Boat Show / US Sailboat Show, from October…
Beneteau First 53 Reviews, Specs, Options, Videos & More
Search New and Brokerage Beneteau Sailboats in the United States History Blending performance sailing DNA with contemporary luxury, the Beneteau First 53 stands out as a yacht that impresses both…
The History of Carver Yachts: Accessible Luxury
Carver Shipyard, a company rooted in the traditional crafts of the North American yachting industry, began its journey in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, in the mid-1950s. Founders Charles Carter and George Verhagen…
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Pierfront Open House: Meet Our New St. Petersburg Office
Join us as we celebrate the opening of our new Murray Yacht Sales office in St. Petersburg! This informal Open House is an opportunity to visit with our Florida Team…