Diesel Algae Contamination
Diesel algae contamination is one of the most common causes of sudden filter plugging, low RPM, surging, and hard starting in marine diesel engines—especially around Ventura, Oxnard, Channel Islands Harbor, and Santa Barbara, where condensation and storage cycles feed microbial growth. If you’re not sure where to start, jump into the diagnostic hub first: Master […]
Marine Engine surging at cruise RPM
Marine Engine Surging at Cruise RPM — Causes and Troubleshooting Guide Quick Technical Diagnosis Summary: Marine diesel engines that surge or fluctuate RPM at steady throttle are typically experiencing unstable fuel delivery, air intrusion, governor control problems, turbocharger response issues, or electronic sensor faults. Identifying whether the surge originates from fuel, air, load, or control […]