Simon Jollands

Boat engine fuel system

by Simon Jollands | Boat Maintenance, Preparation, Yacht ownership

If engines are installed and serviced correctly then most marine engines are very reliable, but they are not infallible and problems are more likely to occur if an engine is not taken care of and inspected from time to time, in addition to carrying out the all...

Diesel engine winterisation

by Simon Jollands | Boat Maintenance, Preparation, Yacht ownership

Why is engine winterisation so important? The answer is because an inactive boat engine needs to be protected from corrosion during the winter, caused by the rising humidity levels through the cold months and the salty coastal air. This applies whether the boat is...

How diesel engines work

by Simon Jollands | Boat Maintenance, Preparation, Yacht ownership

The basic principle of a diesel engine is less complex than that of a petrol engine. No spark plug or ignition system is needed, making the basic diesel engine a comparatively straightforward system that results in fewer faults and has lower maintenance costs than a...

Understanding boat engines

by Simon Jollands | Boat Maintenance, Preparation, Yacht ownership

Boat engines come in all shapes and sizes and include inboards, outboards, petrol, diesel, electric and hybrid systems. Some engines are far more complex than others and should only be looked after by qualified engineers while others can be maintained fairly easily by...

Sail care and maintenance – Part 2

by Simon Jollands | Boat Maintenance, Preparation, Yacht ownership

At the end of the sailing season sails should be washed and inspected carefully for damage, including small tears, stitching failure, ultraviolet damage, stains and mildew. Sail checks: Check the sails for tears, cracks or signs of chafing, especially where they may...

Boat engine fuel system

Diesel engine winterisation

How diesel engines work

Understanding boat engines

Sail care and maintenance – Part 2

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