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Diesel Inboard Engine Service
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23-05-2022 1:33pm#1
Since I got the boat almost 4 years ago I have not serviced the engine yet, and though it has never missed a beat, I feel I'm somewhat tempting fate at this stage so looking to have it serviced (I've kept an eye on the oil and topped us as needed).
I'll happily do the service myself, but was thinking I'd maybe like the security of having it done by someone experienced first and lean what to do so I can do it myself in future.
The engine is a Volvo Penta 2002 (19hp), and luckily enough we had the same engine in a First 32s5 my dad owned about 30 years ago, and I'd consider myself to have a basic enough knowledge of that particular engine.
What's involved in a marine diesel engine service?;
- change engine oil
- change oil filter
- change fuel filter
- change impellor
- change engine anode
- change gearbox oil
Anything I'm missing?, as I'd give myself a fair crack at doing most of that myself.. The only concern I'd have would be the impeller and it's cover as 1 of the 4 screws looks to be broken, so would be weary about taking that on... and either trying to remove the broken bolt or maybe use it to swivel the plate around to allow access to the impeller!! Then the engine anode, I wouldn't be overly familiar with that.
Secondly, anyone know any trusted mechanics/places that service marine diesels in Fingal?
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