Marine Transmission Service & Repair of Velvet Drive, Borg Warner, ZF Marine, Hurth, Paragon, Walters, Twin Disc, Volvo Penta, Yanmar, and Kanzaki transmissions. serviced by 805 marine mechanic skilled technicians. servicing Channel Islands, Ventura & Santa Barbara ZF Hurth 280-1 Marine Transmission Twin disc marine transmission     Borg Warner V-Drive marine transmissionYanmar/Kanzaki Marine Transmission               Inboard Transmissions: V-Drive Transmission The V-drive transmission is a popular choice for inboard boats that require a hi ..read more

Marine Engine Hose Clamp Upgrade; #1 First up is the Perforated 316 Stainless-Steel hose clamp. As respected as the original design may be, it isn’t without its flaws. Primary among these is the fact many hose clamps rely on a series of perforations. that are cut into the band, to form the screw threads. these perforations eliminate a significant portion of the bands cross section, weakening it and allowing it to elongate when tensioned. the elongation leads to micro-cracking, which in turn provides a toe hold for crevasse corrosion, a form of metal decay that is peculiar to stainless steel al ..read more

Marine Engine Fresh Water Flushing System, without correct maintenance the cooling system within your marine engine can quickly block with salt deposits and if left can cause serious damage. Not only will salt corrosion eat away the inside of your engine but it also restricts the water flow resulting in ineffective heat exchange that can lead to serious overheating issues. Here at Santa Barbara marine diesel mechanic, the best way to keep your marine engine cooling system maintenance to a minimum, is to flush your engines saltwater system after each use with a fresh water flushing system, we ..read more

Marine Fuel Filtration System Upgrade Call Santa Barbara Marine Diesel mechanic for a consultation on updating your diesel fuel filtration system…Racor’s new stainless-steel T-handle design with vacuum gauge fits current 500, 900 and 1000 Turbine Series fuel filter / water separators, including UL marine listed models. Stainless Steel case and face increased from 2.0 inches to 2.5 inches diameter for easier reading. The improved cases feature a pressure relief valve to adjust to ambient barometric pressure changes. Gauges with acrylic lenses upgraded to polycarbonate. Needle stops ..read more

Marine Engine Maintenance Services SB Marine Mechanic prides itself on quality specialized mobile marine diesel engine service. our trained technicians and parts specialists are some of the best in the business. general maintenance services including oil changes on engines and transmissions; coolant flushes; aftercooler, oil cooler, heat exchanger, and seawater pump servicing; replacement of worn-out hoses, fittings, pipes and zincs; and all other maintenance needs. read more ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Marine Diesel Engine Repower Services:     &nb ..read more

Marine Diesel Engine Survey Conducted by : Jeff Lendall & Sons. SBmarine diesel mechanic M/V  Islandia PROPULSION MAIN ENGINES TYPE:  TWIN MAIN ENGINES: Ford Lehman 275L SERIAL#  Port  N/A SERIAL#   Strb  N/A HORSE POWER: 275 each NUMBER OF CYLINDERS: 6 INDICATED HOURS: Port hours 570 Starboard hours 286 (not functioning) ECM COMPUTERIZED SCAN: N/A THROTTLE CONTROLS: Moorse Control (push pull) Operated satisfactory. ENGINE MOUNTS AND BED:  Main engine beds are heavy longitudinal stringers inboard and outboard. Engine mounts appeared to be in service ..read more

Marine Diesel Engine Services, Troubleshooting and repair of all components and systems related to main engines.  Performed by 805 Marine Mechanic skilled technicians. serving Channel Islands, Ventura & Santa Barbara Tune-ups Engine diagnostics Oil and filter changes. Oil analysis. Water pump repair & impellers Fuel injector testing, repairs, and replacement. Cooling system maintenance Steering systems diagnostics Valve adjustments. Heat exchanger and exhaust manifold flushing and repair. Generator engine service Zincs replacement and installation Transmission / Marine gear ser ..read more

Top 10 Marine Diesel Engines 2024, From a marine diesel mechanic with over 25 years in the business. just like old cars marine diesel engines of the past were built to last. they were also much bigger and heavier.! in my opinion the 4 most dependable and that have stood the test of time were the Detroit Diesel 671, Cummins 555, Caterpillar 3208 and the Lugger L6170. but now its 2024 the engines are much lighter and smaller but because of that they give up some longevity especially in the saltwater cooling systems. so here is my list of top 10 marine diesel engines 2024. 1. Lugger L6105 Northe ..read more

Best Marine Electronic Propulsion Controls Systems, installed and maintained by skilled technicians at SB Marine Mechanic. here we have compiled a list of the Best Marine Electronic Propulsion Controls Systems on the market in 2024. 1. Glendinning Marine Engine Propulsion Systems Since 1996 when their first electronic control system was introduced to the marine market, Glendinning has built a reputation for delivering reliable, innovative engine control systems for all applications. Working directly with engine manufacturers and boat builders worldwide, thousands of systems have been ins ..read more

Best Boat Marine Generator installed by skilled technicians at SB Marine Mechanic. servicing, Channel Islands, Ventura & Santa Barbara. Having a quiet, reliable, efficient generator should be at the top of the list of important components for Yachts and Sailboats with well-equipped galleys, air conditioning, heating and lighting for staterooms – or large sportfishing boats with multiple LiveWell’s, an array of electronics, downriggers and electric reels. SB Marine Mechanic has put together a list of what we think are some of the best boat marine generators on the market.     ..read more