John Deere takes a trip to Bali
South Sea pearl producers Atlas Pearls faced an issue common to many commercial vessel operators last year. The choice was either an expensive 10,000 hour rebuild on the existing engine […]
The Spirit of Adventure with Yanmar
Whilst the feats of record-holding world solo sailing circumnavigator Jeanne Socrates never cease to surprise, it is perhaps no surprise that this seasoned sailor has repowered her trusty Najad 380 […]
Black Pearl adds lustre to Diamond Harbour
The story of Black Cat Cruises officially started in 1985, but the founding family traces its roots on Banks Peninsula back to the 1920s with a close connection to the […]
Yanmar’s rediscovered treasure – Long John Silver
The Bertram 35 is a modern classic and is regarded by many as an all-rounder that is hard to better, even 40-plus years since they were originally in full production. […]
Wind Spirit features Power Equipment’s best!
With a John Deere 6068SFM85 marine diesel engine, Gori overdrive propeller system and Torqeedo tender outboard, Wind Spirit sets a high standard when it comes to a reliable, environmentally-friendly expedition […]
Tide Runner performs well beyond expectations with Yanmar!
Gary Doornbos’s retirement project ‘Tide Runner’ has impressed with her beautiful wooden craftsmanship, however the sea trials of this modern retro/classic bay cruiser under Yanmar 6LPA-STP2 power have exceeded expectations […]
What to Consider When Deciding Whether to Replace or Repower Your Boat Engine
Suffering from soaring maintenance costs, reduced performance or missed trips from engine failure on your boat? If so, you may consider whether to rebuild or completely replace your engine. Among […]
Blue marlin, beer horns and Yanmar 6CXBM-GT engines!
When John Lau’s Viking 37 game boat ‘Stephanie’ sank at her mooring two years after her delivery, it seemed like an all-too-early and inglorious end for a very pretty girl. […]