How to protect your boat from corrosion in marine environments

Marine corrosion is one of the main problems affecting vessels. The combination of salt water, humidity and oxygen accelerates the wear of metal parts, engines and critical systems, generating high costs in parts replacement, repairs and loss of performance.

In this article, we show you how to protect your boat from marine corrosion, from preventive tips to the importance of using the right parts and products.

If you want to keep your boat in perfect condition, read on and discover practical solutions and high quality products that we offer in our online store and specialized mechanical workshop.

Why does corrosion occur in marine environments?

Corrosion in the marine environment is accelerated at sea due to the salinity of the water, which acts as a conductive agent, allowing electrochemical reactions between metals. This especially affects marine engines, propulsion systems, clutches, shafts, propellers, gearboxes and exposed parts of the ship’s structure.

Here are some tips to prevent corrosion on your boat:

• Regular maintenance of the engine and propulsion system

Preventive maintenance is key to keeping your boat in top condition. Regularly check belts, clutches and reduction gears. Regularly check also the water filters and oil filters: choose high quality filters and the best brands to avoid impurities that accelerate the wear of parts.

In Talleres Nasio we work with the best brands of filters for your engine such as: Fleetguard, Airsep, Parker, Racor, Mercury Marine… In our international online store you will find a large selection of spare parts to carry out a correct maintenance of your engine and therefore of your boat.

• Overhaul of the cooling system

The cooling system of marine engines is one of the most exposed to corrosion. A failure here can lead to overheating and major damage. Check and replace the saltwater pump and its components regularly, and use original, quality marine resistant materials.

In our online store you will find a large selection of spare parts for your refrigeration system, as well as saltwater pumps, from the best brands such as: Cummins, Onan, Jabsco, Sherwood, Solé… And many more.

• Use original and quality spare parts

The use of generic or low quality spare parts can accelerate corrosion and affect the performance of your boat. At Talleres Nasio we work with marine engines of the best brands, besides we are an Official Cummins and Solé Service, so we work with original spare parts.

Si tu embarcación muestra señales de corrosión o necesita un mantenimiento integral, contamos con años de experiencia trabajando con embarcaciones y motores en ambientes exigentes.

La protección contra la corrosión no solo alarga la vida útil de tu embarcación, sino que reduce costes en reparaciones y mantenimiento. Siguiendo estos consejos y usando repuestos de calidad podrás navegar con total tranquilidad.