Every sailor needs to understand how their diesel engine works. In the second of this series, we look at the diesel engine air system
Fuel
How it works: Looking after fuel: diesel, hoses and filters
Looking after fuel is essential for keeping your engine running smoothly. Callum Smedley shares his top tips
How it works: Diesel fuel system – from tank to cylinder
Every sailor needs to understand how their diesel engine works. In the second of this series, we look at the diesel fuel system
Saving fuel when under engine for greater efficiency
Slower isn’t necessarily more efficient when motoring. Christopher Smith explains why
Yachting Monthly May 2022 – On Sale 31 March 2022
Inside the May 2022 issue of Yachting Monthly: How to sail round Britain: Routes, tidal gates, harbours & more, Radar pilotage masterclass: Find your way in any weather, night &…
Biodiesel warning: boat owners advised to take action
Sailors are reporting increased filter plugging from a new contaminant, carboxylic acid, or soap, forming as a result of Fatty Acid Methyl Esters (FAME) content in biodiesel
Why you should check for water in your petrol
Petrol in tanks, whether for your yacht or tender, can go off. Ken Endean suggests an annual precaution
9 boat engine checks for a trouble free season
Dennison Berwick gives you a complete guide to getting you boat engine fired up and ready for the new season
Cruising after Brexit and sailing in Europe
As Europe begins to open up again for cruising, Lu Heikell looks at the implications of Brexit on UK sailors cruising to the EU, and what steps they need to…
White diesel: is it worth converting from red?
Duncan Kent examines the implications of switching from red to white diesel and what you can do to avoid fuel contamination