Prepare your boat for the summer with Talleres Nasio

With the arrival of good weather and the summer season, it’s the perfect time to enjoy the sea and explore new destinations. However, to make sure your boat is in optimal conditions, it is crucial to pay attention to the maintenance of the spare parts and components of your engine.

Today, in this post we want to offer you some essential tips for boat maintenance, so you can keep it in perfect condition during these months ahead.

Engine overhaul and maintenance

The engine is the heart of your boat, and keeping it in good condition is essential to ensure optimum performance and avoid mishaps at sea.

Before setting sail, at Talleres Nasio we recommend that you carry out a thorough check of your engine components, as you may need to replace some of the following parts:

1. Engine oil: Change the engine oil and filter if you have not done so recently. Engines operate under extreme conditions, generating high temperatures and friction. These factors can cause premature wear and damage to internal parts if not properly lubricated. This is where engine oils and additives come into play.
2. Filters: Filters play a critical role in the proper functioning of the engine. Be sure to check and, if necessary, replace all engine filters, including:
   1. Fuel filters: Change fuel filters to prevent impurities and sediment from reaching the engine. If you want to know more about this topic, you can visit our previous blog post.
   2. Air filters: Check and replace air filters. A clean filter ensures that the engine receives the necessary air for efficient combustion.
   3. Oil filters: Changing the oil filter along with the oil change is essential to keep the engine in good condition.
3. Cooling system: Check the condition of the cooling system. Make sure there are no blockages and that the coolant level is adequate. An overheated engine can cause serious damage.
4. Cooler anodes: Check their condition and replace them if they are worn. This is crucial to prevent damage to the cooling system.
5. Saltwater pump impellers: Check the saltwater pump impellers. If damaged or worn, replace them to ensure proper cooling water flow.
6. Belts: Inspect and replace engine drive and timing belts. Belts in good condition ensure that engine components function properly.

Cleaning and maintenance of your boat components for this summer

When it concerns the maintenance of recreational boats and keeping the engine and genset in perfect condition, the choice of brands and spare parts we use is fundamental for a correct operation of the boat.

In this sense, Cummins stands out as a leader in marine engines and heavy engines. In Talleres Nasio, in addition, we are Cummins full service dealers, so we have a wide catalog of Cummins spare parts and for your engine. And also Cummins Onan spare parts for your marine generator. And if we don’t have them in stock, ask us and we will order them for you.

When it comes to oils and additives, Valvoline stands out as one of the leading brands in the engine lubricants and additives market, backed by Cummins. 

And Fleetguard is the perfect choice for proper filtration of your boat’s engine. Fleetguard filters are compatible with Cummins engines but also with other major engine brands, so they are chosen by all manufacturers for the advantages they bring.

General boat maintenance

The maintenance of the engine and its components is vital, but it is also important to take care of other components and factors to be taken into account such as the propeller, propeller, hull, navigation systems, safety equipment and other equipment of the rest of the boat, essential for sailing. 

In short, proper maintenance of engine parts and components, as well as the rest of the boat, is essential to enjoy a safe and trouble-free summer season. 

By following these tips, you can sail with confidence and make the most of your time on the water.