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Cruisers Yachts

By Jeff Hemmel | July 2023

Learn more about Cruisers Yachts by viewing our extensive collection of boat tests, reviews and other related content. Boating-exclusive content is produced by Boating Editors, expert, longtime boating enthusiasts with extensive knowledge of the boating industry. Whether you’re looking to buy, sell or just research the brand, our content is here to help.

The roots of Cruisers Yachts date back to 1904 and the Thompson Bros. Boat Manufacturing Company. Builders of iconic lapstrake boats, by the 1950s a second generation of the Thompson family would begin building outboard-powered, wood lapstrake cabin cruisers under the Cruisers Inc. name. Cruisers saw multiple owners over the ensuing decades, before developing the first of their modern yacht lineup, the 48 Cantius , in 2011. Defined by its premium comfort and livability, the Cantius series would ultimately expand to boats from 34’ – 60’ . The GLS line, designed with an eye toward excitement and performance, would be added in 2019 and do likewise, and now includes models from 34’ – 50’ . In 2021, MarineMax acquired the company to add premium, American-built yachts to its portfolio. Today, Cruisers Yachts continues to be built in the brand’s original home state of Wisconsin by a knowledgeable workforce, some of whom are fourth-generation boatbuilders.

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Cruisers Yachts are divided into two distinct series, the luxurious and spacious 34’ – 60’ Cantius lineup and the sporty and aggressive 34’ – 50’ GLS models.

Types of Cruisers Yachts

Cruisers Yachts produces two distinct lines, Cantius express cruisers and flybridge model from 34’ – 60’ and GLS dayboats from 34’ – 50’.

• A mix of inboard , sterndrive and outboard-powered express cruisers from 39’ – 60’, the Cantius series includes the 60 Cantius , 60 Fly , 50 Cantius , 46 Cantius , 42 Cantius and 39 Express Coupe .
• Upper salons equipped with large windows for open feel, retractable sunroof, comfortable seating and access to helm, galley and dinette or, on larger models, formal dining area.
• Modern, spacious galleys feature single or dual sinks, microwave/convection oven, flatscreen TV and refrigerator/freezer.
• Cockpits include convertible seating, removable tables, available grille , refrigerator and bar stools.
• Below-deck accommodations include both queen-berth Master and king-berth VIP staterooms , with private head compartments. Larger models offer a third stateroom.
• Open-air bow lounges offer reclining sun lounges , wood table and cupholders.
• 60 Flybridge adds piloting station along with open-air entertainment area with expansive views, an overhead hardtop, and a built-in grill and wet bar.
• 39 EC features walk around access to bow deck ; relaxing aft deck; galley with sink, fridge, electric stovetop and microwave/convention oven; master stateroom with double-berth, portside settee, spacious head compartment; lower salon with convertible dinette.
• Power options, depending on model, include Volvo Penta gas or diesel inboard engines , Volvo Penta gas or diesel IPS , Volvo Penta or MerCruiser gasoline sterndrives , and MerCruiser gasoline outboards .
• Ideal for cruising , overnighting , and entertaining .
• A collection of both outboard and sterndrive-powered dayboats from 34’ – 50’, GLS models include the 50 GLS , 42 GLS OB , 42 GLS I/O , 38 GLS OB , 38 GLS I/O , 34 GLS OB , and 34 GLS I/O .
• Well-equipped helms include twin-to-triple Simrad touchscreen displays , joystick piloting control, and modern aesthetics. Larger models offer double-wide companion chairs with storage or an optional ice-maker below.
• Cockpit amenities include fold-down bulwarks/beach doors for convenient water access , increased cockpit space, and an open feel.
• Cockpit galleys feature sink, refrigerator, storage, available grill and TV options, and raised wet bar with swivel bar stools.
• Forward and aft staterooms , along with convertible dinettes, and head compartments with sink, toilet and standing shower .
• Bow seating accessed via port walk-thru, converts to large sunpad with available foredeck shade.
• Available power options include triple Mercury Verado 600 s on the flagship 50 GLS, and the choice of either gas or diesel sterndrive pairings from both Volvo Penta and Mercury Marine , or Mercury outboards , on remaining models, all with joystick piloting.

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Faqs about cruisers yachts.

Find the answers to frequently asked questions about Cruisers Yachts, including the types of boats Cruisers makes, where they’re produced and how to find a Cruisers Yachts boat that fits your needs and lifestyle.

Cruisers Yachts offerings are divided into the Cantius and GLS series. Cantius models are known for their exceptional interior volume and include the 60 Fly , 60 Cantius , 50 Cantius , 46 Cantius , 42 Cantius, and 39 EC . GLS models target the midrange, luxury yacht market with fast, agile models including the 50 GLS , 42 GLS OB , 42 GLS I/O , 38 GLS OB , 38 GLS I/O , 34 GLS OB , and 34 GLS I/O .

Cruisers Yachts are built in Pulaski, Wisconsin.

Cruisers Yachts use a variety of engines depending on the application, including Volvo Penta Inboards , Volvo Penta’s Inboard Performance System (IPS), MerCruiser and Volvo Penta sterndrives , and Mercury Marine outboard motors .

For more information on Cruisers Yachts warranty, visit cruisersyachts.com .

Like any boat, basic maintenance, including washing and waxing the fiberglass hull, keeping compartments clean and dry, and cleaning and using protectant on vinyl surfaces will keep a Cruisers Yacht looking and performing like new for years to come. Boats left in the water should have hulls cleaned yearly to remove marine growth; anti-fouling paint on submerged areas of the hull should also be applied. Follow the manufacturer’s recommended maintenance schedule, including yearly engine service, to ensure reliable, safe operation. Factory-recommended service should be performed at an authorized Cruisers Yachts dealer.

All models produced by Cruisers Yachts can be used for family outings and overnights .

Cantius models stand out for their emphasis on comfort and space , and include multiple cabins, full-featured head compartments, and galley amenities including sinks, prep space, multiple cooking appliances, and refrigerators.

Though GLS models place more of an emphasis on performance, they also include multiple cabin options , head compartments and galleys, all of which combine for comfortable days and nights on the water with family or friends.

MarineMax, one of the largest and most recognizable retailers in the marine industry, acquired Cruisers Yachts in 2021 to fill a gap in their existing brand lineup. Cruisers Yachts will maintain its existing dealer network and be offered in select MarineMax locations.

Cruisers Yachts are available in the United States, Canada, and multiple international locations. Find your nearest Cruisers Yachts dealer here . 

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Cruisers Yachts 50 GLS Reviewed

• By Chris Caswell
• September 28, 2023

When I reviewed the Cruisers Yachts 42 GLS two years ago, I decided that GLS must mean “great little ship.” With the 50 GLS flagship, I know it means “greater little ship.”

It actually means Grand Luxury Sport, which is also an apt description of the Cruisers GLS “adventuring” series. Cruisers, now owned by MarineMax, has paid attention to how we use our boats. The 50 GLS is a bowrider on steroids, an express cruiser with entertaining ambitions, an overnighter with comfort and a performance boat (49.6 knots) with the oomph to yank skiers or tubers with aplomb.

The 50 GLS is powered by three 600 hp Mercury Verado V-12 outboards . When I put the hammer down from idle, I was literally shoved back into the comfy, Ultraleather helm seat. And the yacht has fold-down terraces (Cruisers calls them beach doors) on each side of the cockpit, whose beam expands from 14 feet, 6 inches to more than 21 feet. That’s about the beam of many 95-foot yachts. The combination—with the outboard engines being out of the way on the transom—creates a cockpit that feels like a ballroom filled with dining and seating options.

This is also a good-looking yacht, with a black slash on the topsides to conceal the windows, and a windshield that rakes steeply into the sleek hardtop with a sunroof. For passengers boarding from dockside, the transom platform is wide and one level to the cockpit. That transom on the 50 GLS that I got aboard had a pair of Kenyon grills (one is standard). This positioning means smoke from charred steak won’t intrude into the cockpit. Just forward of the barbecue is a forward-facing settee with twin removable tables for dining or cocktails.

In the forward corner of the cockpit are an L-shaped counter, dual Isotherm fridges, an ice maker and a sink. Opposite this space—on an 8-inch raised platform—is another dining table, this one facing a 55-inch pop-up TV.

A secure walkway to port leads to the bow, which has three seats with headrests and an electric table that rises for cocktails or meals on the hook. This cockpit is deep (40 inches) and safe for kids. A cooler with a chiller plate (read no ice needed) is tucked under a seat.

At the helm is an intuitive dashboard with three 19-inch Simrad monitors and a joystick linked to the Side-Power bow thruster. We used that Mercury JPO joystick to make painless work of a normally tough situation: a fierce side wind, a strong current and a skinny dock. Dock-watchers hoping for a Sunday afternoon show will be disappointed.

And the 50 GLS is about more than alfresco living. A sliding hatch (with a screen) leads into a bright cabin with overhead and side windows. A counter holds a microwave and a fridge for morning coffee and warm croissants without having to leave the cabin.

Forward is a stateroom, with a wider-than-queen berth, hanging lockers and privacy from French doors. Headroom is a surprising 6 feet, 8 inches, which adds to the airy feeling. Just aft and to starboard is the head, with a separate stall shower that is also oversize: 4 feet by nearly 3 feet.

Another stateroom is tucked under the cockpit with a pair of berths that can be configured as seats or as a “playpen,” with a TV on the bulkhead. This space is perfect for an afternoon nap for kids, and it’s comfortable (I stretched out with no problem) for adult overnighters, though it won’t encourage them to linger.

Underway, the 50 GLS is simply great fun. Hammer down, it came up fast and flat, regardless of whether we were using no tabs or letting the auto-tab system think for us. The boat topped out at 49.6 knots. For a 50-footer weighing some 19 tons, going 85 feet per second is impressive.

Even better, the 50 GLS felt solid, and I had a chance to check out the bottom before it hit the water. There are two full-length strakes below the waterline. Our result was a soft ride through a 2-to-3-foot wake when we circled back at full throttle. The spray was thrown far to the side, thanks to wide chine flats. This yacht begged to be treated like a 20-foot bowrider. We carved some swoops just for fun.

Those swoops were accomplished in silence too. My decibel meter read just 58 at idle (65 dBs is the level of normal conversation), and it got no higher than 85 at full throttle. The federal government’s safety agency says that’s the noise level of a vacuum cleaner.

The 50 GLS I got aboard had a Seakeeper 6 gyrostabilizer (we didn’t need it) and a 16 kW Kohler genset to provide air conditioning all day at anchor or at the sandbar. This equipage was under a hatch in the cockpit. Access via a ladder was outstanding, with room left to stow all the gear, from fenders to inflatable toys.

Everything said and done, the Cruisers Yachts 50 GLS is an on-the-water delight: fast and fun with varied entertaining spaces, thoughtful luxuries and the facilities for comfortable overnighting. This yacht truly is a greater little ship.

Major Power

Mercury’s V-12, 7.6-liter engine is revolutionary because the lower-unit gear case is steerable. A two-speed transmission provides torque in first gear and efficiency in second, and the dual-prop design provides solid bite, even in hard turns.

Catching Air

The 50 GLS has power-operated “vent windows” like those on older cars, providing a steady flow of controllable air. Electric side windows add to the breeze, as does the opening sunroof in the hardtop. Opening ports in the staterooms are another fresh-air plus.

Built Right

Cruisers Yachts uses a mix of modern and traditional methods in the 50 GLS, including hand-laid and resin-infused fiberglass for specific areas. The stringer grid that supports the interior components is wood-free with all-foam coring for a long-life, no-rot hull.

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Cruisers Yachts 50 GLS

The 50 GLS for sale at your local dealer is the flagship in the adventure-seeking GLS series of sport luxury bowriders. The 50 GLS features relaxing bow seating, dinette seating accompanying an ample exterior galley, and a generous cockpit complete with dual beach doors. The accommodation level features a forward queen size berth, a mid-berth sleeping area, and a head with a separate shower.

The 50 GLS’ cockpit features a midship galley and opposing L-shaped seating area, two aft-facing L-shaped seating areas, and additional bench seating. The transom area features a standard grill, sink, and storage.

The 50 GLS OB is powered with triple 600 Mercury Verados. The joystick piloting allows you to navigate with ease at a top speed of 56 mph.

Beach Doors

Expand your swimming area by lowering both sides of the 50 GLS to convert them into a swim platform. The easy to access controls and safety mechanisms allow for endless family fun.

Cockpit Galley

The galley features a fiberglass inlay sink, fridge, and storage. There is also an option for a second refrigerator. The galley is located in the cockpit for easy flow of conversation to guest sitting at the dinette. There is an optional pop up 55’ TV.

Luxury Finishes

Cruisers Yachts incorporates numerous intricate details for superior finishes. 316L-grade stainless steel metal components enhance durability throughout the vessel, reinforcing key elements such as deck cleats, rail stanchions, arch legs, and sump and bilge pump foundations. Cutting-edge machines and hand-sewn techniques create high-quality upholstery. Top-quality materials are used for a classic and durable interior look. Exotic woods are meticulously selected, machine-sanded, and finished to withstand marine environments.

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Yacht Maintenance

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Yacht Maintenance (General)

Daily/weekly maintenance, electrical and electronics.

• Check the battery charge level, in both the engine and the house batteries. If the battery levels are low then charging circuits (battery charger, alternator, etc) will need to be engaged. Remember that leaving a lead acid battery discharged for extended periods of time damages the battery and shortens its life.

If the engine has been running then these tasks need to be done regularly.

• Check oil level with the dipstick, top up oil if necessary. An engine can use 200mL of oil or more per hour of operation (Pallas p 86).
• Check water level in the heat exchanger, topping up with clean/distilled water and/or radiator conditioner / antifreeze if required.
• Check the state of the heat exchanger cap and replace it if it is broken, worn, or damaged (Pallas, p116).
• Check water level in the salt water strainer, check to see if any dirt/debris is blocking the filter, empty the filter if necessary.

Drive Train

• Check the oil/fluid level in the gearbox. Top up with the necessary fluid if necessary (Pallas, p90).
• If your boat has a stuffing box, check the drop rate and temperature (Pallas, p128).
• If your boat has a dripless (rotary, PSS) type shaft seal, then inspect the seal for any leaks (Pallas, p129).
• Check that there is water coming out of the exhaust (nearly all marine diesels are water cooled). You need to check this every time the engine starts -- if there is no water going into the exhaust system then you have 30 seconds to shut down the engine before you melt one of the hoses, waterlocks or muffler.
• Check the exhaust colour. Black or blue smoke in the exhaust indicates engine trouble. White smoke could mean a broken thermostat -- see below under yearly maintenance.

Monthly Maintenance

• Flush a small dose of vinegar down the heads.
• Check water levels in the batteries, if necessary then top up with distilled water (Pallas, p118).
• Start the engine, and check the voltage level that the alternator is charging the batteries to. It should be at least 14.0 volts (and up to 14.4 volts for flooded batteries). If the battery is not being charged to this level then run through some battery/alternator/regulator tests (Calder, p93).

Quarterly Maintenance

• Clean the tops of all batteries with a soft damp rag (the rag should be discarded due to the fact that it may have collected battery acid).
• Remove the battery terminal posts and clean (Calder, p74).
• (flooded cell batteries only) Measure the specific gravity of all battery cells and record this in the ship's log. Note that a 6 volt battery has 3 cells, a 12 volt battery has 6 cells, and a 24 volt battery has 12 cells (Calder, p79).
• Check the belt tension on the alternator belt and adjust if necessary (Calder, p89).
• Clean around the alternator to prevent excess dirt being sucked into the alternator coils. Also a quick spray of WD-40 or similar in and around the housing to keep things moving and keep the corrosion at bay (Calder, p 91).
• Replace the engine oil and engine oil filters. This should be done approximately every 100 hours of engine running time (Pallas, p67). If you don't run your engine more than 30 or so hours every month then you can defer this maintenance, but it should be done at least yearly.
• Check to see if there is any water in the primary fuel filter. This can usually be drained out using the small plug at the bottom of the filter (Pallas, p95).
• Check the gearbox oil level, and top up if necessary (Pallas, p90).

Annual/Haulout

• Load capacity test at least the house batteries (Calder, p82).
• Any voltage means that there is a leakage in the system. Perform a resistance test for the remaining circuit (Calder, p130), measure any leak current, and isolate any leaks (Calder p131).
• Check over any major electrical cable runs and other ferrous surfaces to see if there are any obvious signs of corrosion. Especially check any bonding circuits on board the boat as these are places where corrosion will first be spotted (Calder, p213). If there are signs of active electrolysis or other corrosion then run a comprehensive grounding and corrosion test (Calder, p234).
• If you have a wind generator, check the brushes, brush springs, shaft bearing, and all external fasterners. Also check the blades for wear and sand & paint if required. Rinse the housing with fresh water and lubricate any pivot points (Calder, p278).
• Check the connection between the HF antenna tuner and the antenna itself (this is probably a backstay). The connection joints can often be a source of corrosion that will degrade the performance of your HF set (Calder, p346).
• Change and/or clean the fuel filters (Pallas, p95).
• Clean the fuel pump gauze if there is one (Pallas, p98).
• Is there a camshaft belt or timing belt on your engine (overhead cam engines have these)? Then every year you need to inspect this belt for cracks. If there are signs of wear or cracks then the belt should be replaced.
• Replace any zinc anodes on the engine, particularly on the seawater pump and elsewhere in the cooling system (Pallas, p102; Calder p375).
• Check all drive belts (alternator, etc) and replace if necessary (Pallas, p103).
• Check the seawater pump impeller, and replace if necessary, i.e. if there are any cracked or broken impeller vanes (Pallas p110).
• Check the thermostat, and verify that it opens at the correct temperature. Replace it if it doesn't work (Pallas, p114).
• If your boat has a water cooled oil cooler with a zinc anode, check this anode and replace it even if it is only partially worn (Calder p428).
• There is a useful engine maintenance checklist on p369 of Calder. It's worth going over this at least once per year to make sure there's nothing you've missed.
• Replace the gearbox oil (Pallas, p91). This is simple enough on Hurth/Newage-PRM type gearboxes that are attached to a propeller shaft and stern tube but with saildrive engines the boat needs to be hauled out to do this (Pallas, p92). Strictly speaking the gearbox oil really only needs replacing every 500 hours but this is a simple enough job and only a few litres of oil are usually required, so it doesn't hurt to do it annually. Inspect the gearbox generally for signs of water contamination, corrosion, or metal particles in the oil screen (Calder, p428).
• If your boat has a dripless (rotary, PSS) type shaft seal, then immediately your boat is back in the water after the haulout, you must pull back the boot on the seal until water gushes out of it, this will expel any air from the stern tube (Pallas, p129).
• If your boat has a volvo type lip seal, then you must purge and lubricate the lip seal immediately or soon after your boat is back in the water after any haulout (Pallas, p134).
• Check the alignment of the propeller shaft (Pallas, p135) and wear in any cutless bearings on the shaft (Calder, p449).
• Visually inspect all morse cables (push-pull cables from the throttle and gear levers in the cockpit, which run down to the throttle on the injection pump and the gearbox). Look for any signs of the cable breaking through the jacket, the jacket wearing or breaking, or corrosion. Replace the cable if in doubt.
• Check for any blockages in the siphon break in the exhaust system (Calder p379). The valve can become blocked with salt, or wear out due to corrosion.
• Check the exhaust hoses, connections and cable clamps (for corrosion). Especially note the condition of the injection elbow, where used water from the cooling system is injected into the exhaust gases for cooling (Calder, p377).
• Visually inspect the hose clamps, hose, and muffler arrangements and replace any that are corroded or worn.
• Check and grease the rudder gland.

Hull check / antifoul

• Replace sacrificial anodes (zincs)

Less Regular -- every 2-3 years or so

• Every 3 years, replace the timing belt (Pallas, p176).
• If your boat has a stuffing box, every 3 years replace the stuffing box packing (Pallas, p130). You need to be hauled out for this.
• Every 2-3 years, check, drain, and clean the cooling system (Pallas, p106 or p108, depending on the type of cooling system).
• Every 2-3 years or 500 - 1000 hours of engine running time, check and adjust the injectors and injector timing (Pallas, p172). Consult an expert if in doubt.
• Check and adjust the valve clearances if required. Most overhead cam engines don't require this but consult an expert if in doubt. (Pallas, p122).

Parts Lists

List of parts to have on hand at all times for your maintenance requirements:

I have three separate areas for tools on my boat. There are two drawers next to the navigation table, one marked for electrical and electronic tools (which contains things like sidecutters, wire strippers, crimp tools, etc), one marked for hardware tools (such as screwdrivers, wrenches, small saws and clamps, etc), and one longer tool cabinet which sits behind a settee berth and contains larger items such as saws, wrenches, drill and drill bits, stay cutter and axe, mitre block, etc.

• Soldering iron, preferably a gas powered one with exchangeable tips (which can be used as a heat tool or hot knife as well). Don't rely on electric soldering irons on board especially at sea -- you may be repairing the connection that prevents your soldering iron from working.
• Crimp tool (I carry two, including one that has exchangeable crimping "blades", Proskit brand).
• Side cutters.
• Wire strippers.

Hardware, Spares and Materials

• How many times have we read a story about a boat coming into distress because their GPS failed and they carried no paper charts? Like many yachties these days I have a laptop which has a NMEA connection to the GPS and other instruments. However I have a second (USB) GPS connected to the laptop, and a spare primary GPS in a sealed plastic pack under the nav table.
• Similarly, if there are any electronic gadgets that you can't live without then carry a spare. Especially if they are normaly located below decks or below the waterline of the boat (such as a transmitter for the hull transducer which may be located below the cabin sole).
• Approximately 20 meters of the best grade dual core electrical cable that you can comfortably afford (tinned copper of course).
• Solder, crimps, ring terminals, blade and/or bullet terminals, or whatever else you prefer to make electrical connections on board (some boat owners insist on soldering everything, some prefer suitably insulated crimped connections).

Engine and Engine Room

• Oil filters. These usually screw on to the side of the engine, and you will also need a filter wrench for the purpose of removing the old one.
• Fuel filter for the secondary (on-engine) filter, and a few spare cartridges or filter replacements for the primary filter / water separator. Depending on where you last refuelled and what the condition of your tanks is like, you may need more than just "several".
• Plenty of rags.

Consumables

• Distilled water -- have at least 2 litres on hand at all times, especially if you have flooded lead acid batteries.
• Cable ties.
• Engine oil -- you will need this for top-ups as well as for oil changes. If you're not sure what sort of oil to use for your engine, check your engine maintenance manual. Pallas has a good guide to different types of engine oils commencing on page 46.
• Hydraulic fluid for various components if required -- the hydraulic steering unit if you have one, and a hydraulic gearbox if you have one of those, although an increasing number of hydraulically operated gearboxes use engine oil instead of hydraulic fluid.
• Repairs & Maintenance forum on Cruiser Log
• Construction, Maintenance & Refit forum on Cruisers Forum
• Regular Yacht Maintenance Tasks, What needs to be done and how often? (on CruiserLog)
• Maintenance schedules (on Cruiserlog)
• http://www.rememberthemilk.com/ -- a really good web site for taking care of regular reminders. Allows you to enter a simple task such as "engine service", add some notes to it, and put it on repeat such as "every 2 weeks" and "every year". Understands plain English times when you put dates on tasks such as "next tuesday" or "4th Sunday in July".
• http://calendar.google.com/ -- the ubiquitous google calendar system, very good because it will SMS you with reminders about meetings and upcoming tasks.

Publications

• The book that should come as standard equipment on every boat. If you're not sure how to do something, it's probably covered in this book. I have included some references to page numbers from the (3rd, hardcover) edition of this book above.
• Nigel Calder, Marine Diesel Engines: Maintenance, Troubleshooting, and Repair , International Marine/McGraw Hill, ISBN 0071475354
• Don Casey, Don Casey's Complete Illustrated Sailboat Maintenance Manual , International Marine/McGraw Hill, ISBN 0071462848
• I find this a useful reference and step-by-step guide for general engine maintenance tasks in a format that is sometimes easier to follow than Calder's book, although it's not as comprehensive.
• Miner K. Brotherton & Ed Sherman, The 12-Volt Bible for Boats — 2nd Edition , International Marine/McGraw Hill, ISBN 0071392335
• The manufacturer's manual for your engine, whatever type, make or model that should happen to be.
• A parts catalogue for the engine you are servicing. Note that many of the parts that are regularly replaced on most diesel engines, such as oil and fuel filters, morse cables, etc, often have after-market parts that are equivalent. It's important to have a good list of these and find some local suppliers, as well as carry sufficient spares for parts that are likely to need replacing on an ocean voyage (especially in the fuel filtering area).
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