This is what we do when asked to give an engine a full service to the manufacturer’s recommendations:
- Lay floor protection
- Run up the engine for 20 minutes
- Check the charging systems
- Check bilge pumps and alarms if fitted
- Fill up with antifreeze and check percentage levels
- Check coolant and water comes out of the exhaust
- Change fuel filters and check for diesel bug, report findings to the owner
- Check for fuel leaks, visual on pipes
- Change oil
- Check gear box oil, replace on manufacturer’s hours
- Check valve clearance
- Remove and test injectors and pipe condition
- Check cam belt if required, dependant on engine type
- Check condition of the exhaust
- Check coupling bolts
- Check condition of the cutlass bearing
- Check sea cocks operational
- Drain fresh water systems
- Check pipe work where possible and hose clips
- Change oil filter
- Change engine anode
- Remove and change impeller
- Check engine mounts
- Remove engine belts and tape up pulley wheels
- Close down engine inhibit with spray
- Clean bilges
- Put a rag up exhaust, leave showing
- Put ‘Do not start’ notice on engine panel/ starter
- Leave the new parts in a bag next to ‘Do not start’ sign
- Inform the owner of any faults found and from the visual check
If you have a query about the engine of your boat call us on 01326 374309 or email us.
