Seán Walsh - The Operation, Maintenance and Offshore Repairs of Inboard Marine Diesel Engines

Experienced gaff-rigged sailor and diesel engine specialist Séan Walsh talks on the topic of the operation and maintenance of inboard diesel engines as well as the type of repairs that a sailor can undertake when offshore and what tools and spare parts should be keep aboard. Séan covers the care and maintenance of sea-c***s and other engine related ancillary equipment. He also covers what you need to know about operating your diesel engine and the maintenance that your engine needs. He explains that offshore repairs on your diesel engine requires ashore preparation plus adequate tools and spares on board. Finally he addresses the question of what you need to carry aboard for Blue Water sailing engine repairs.

Added 30 Mar 2026