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YACHT BROKER

Finding the Right Crew for Your Yacht- Part 2

In Part 1 of this series we explored some example crew setups throughout the yacht size range from 58ft to 150+ft…which can be from 1 to 7+ crew total.  How many and what type of crew works best for you is largely dependent on the level of service and care you want for both yourself […]

MAN Common Rail Engine Maintenance Plan

  This is a service guideline for Common Rail MAN marine engines. The MAN common rail engine started appearing in marine applications in 2005 and is still widely used today in horsepower applications from 600hp to 1550hp.  It was regarded as a huge leap in technology from the old non-common rail MAN engines due to […]

Catepillar C-32 Marine Engine Maintenance Schedule

This is a general guideline for service intervals on a Caterpillar C-32 Engine for recreational use The Carterpillar C-32 Acert Engine is a V-12, 4 stroke diesel motor with a displacement of 32.1L.  It is seen in recreational marine applications with HP ratings varying from 1600hp to 1900hp For further details please contact your local […]

Caterpillar C-18 Marine Engine Maintenance Schedule

  This is a general guideline for service intervals on a Caterpillar C-18 Engine for recreational use The Caterpillar C-18 Acert Engine is an inline 6, 4 stroke diesel engine with a displacement of 18.1L.  It is seen in recreational marine applications from 1000hp to 1150hp on yachts ranging in size from 45ft to over […]

Finding the Right Crew for Your Yacht- Part 1

So you have made the decision to get into yachting…great!  Yachting is a pastime that can provide you, your friends and family with truly unforgettable life experiences.  For the select few that have the financial capability to enjoy yachting it can provide the utmost in quality time, relaxation and adventure. Two of the most often […]

Gyro Stabilizers and Fin Stabilizers, What you Need to Know

Both Gyro and Fin Stabilizers are a great way to reduce the rolling and pitching on a yacht.  Having this technology onboard will make cruising and time at anchor more enjoyable, especially for those that are prone to motion sickness. Image of a Seakeeper Gyro Stabilizer What is a Gyro Stabilizer? It is a computer controlled gyroscope, which […]