Marine engine safety tips

Posted On: May 15 2013

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Please give your watercraft engines and outdrives the same attention as your daily driver. With proper maintenance, you should get years of dependable service and lots of summer time water sports fun.

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Boating Pre-Launch Checklist

Posted On: January 28 2013

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Spring is coming and that means time to check pre-launch checklists and inspect marine engine parts that may need replacement or repair. The excitement and anticipation of getting out on the water can cause boaters to rush through a pre-launch checklist, but safety concerns and boat maintenance requirements make it necessary to carefully complete a checklist prior to launch.

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Can I Use Ethanol Gas in My Volvo Penta Engine?

Posted On: August 28 2012

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The increasing prevalence of ethanol fuels at marinas has led to many cruisers asking us whether their Volvo Penta engine can use biofuel blends. The answer is that yes, they can - but there are a number of things a prudent owner will want to check out. There are three main elements to consider.

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Gas vs. Diesel Engines

Posted On: August 21 2012

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There are two primary types of fuel that are used to power boats. Those two types are gas and diesel. There are pros and cons to each type of fuel, and the type that you choose to use for your boat will be affected by your boating needs. Another factor that will affect what type of fuel that you need is what type of marine gas engine you have.

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Volvo Penta Fuel Efficiency

Posted On: July 30 2012

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Volvo Penta is the undisputed authority when it comes to engine fuel efficiency. Since its humble beginnings developing the first engines, it has continued to be at the forefront of engine innovation. Fuel efficiency is at the heart of every engine development at Volvo Penta.

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