Engines are a critical safety system. Whether you're manoeuvring through a narrow reef pass, or motoring into strong headwinds, engine reliability can make the difference between a minor inconvenience and a serious problem.
Routine inspections often reveal small problems such as a weeping coolant hose, loose hose clamp, worn drive belt, contaminated fuel filter or slight oil leak before they develop into costly failures.
Yanmar places strong emphasis on daily inspections and scheduled maintenance, stating that regular servicing helps prevent breakdowns, reduces running costs, maintains safety and performance, and extends engine life.
Over thousands of engine hours, these simple maintenance tasks can reduce operating costs while increasing confidence that your engines will start when you need them most.
Yanmar notes that neglected filters, lubrication systems and cooling components can reduce combustion efficiency, impair engine performance and accelerate component wear. BE PROACTIVE.
(Saloon Windows, Antifoul, Engines & Saildrives - out, Cabinetry)
(Solar, Batteries, Electrical, Antifoul, Gori Propellers, Rudder Tubes, Induction Cooktop, Microwave)
(Solar, Electrical, Mast, Saildrives, Cushions, Alternators, Antifoul)
(Square Top Main & Genoa, Docril Canvas Covers, Stella Watermaker, Antifoul)
Highly reliable and fuel-efficient option offshore, running on one motor. Skipping scheduled maintenance can lead to boat insurance coverage issues (View Here...)
We found these to be highly reliable and fuel-efficient for our cruising. Skipping scheduled maintenance can lead to boat insurance coverage issues (View Here...)
All Filters (3 of each), Engine Oil (10lt), Alternator (1), Starter (1), Engine Fuel Pump (1), Fuses & CB's (Various).
Yanmar 4JH45 💰💰💰💰 Use again? - 100% (2025)
Yanmar 3JH5E 💰💰💰💰 Use again? - 100% (2021)
Superb sail drive. However, annual maintenance is required (View Here...)
Continually had 'cone' challenges. For Offshore, would avoid if possible.
Prop Oil (5lt), Prop Seals (2), Anodes (3 sets).
Yanmar SD60 💰💰💰💰 Use again? - 100% (2025)
Yanmar SD50 💰 Use again? - 30% (2020)
Heavy, no nonsense fantastically engineered machinery. Amazing reverse-blade-pitch fuel saving mechanism (View Here...)
Gori Specific Propeller Tool (1)
Gori Folding Propellers 💰💰💰💰 Use again? - 100% (2021 & 2025)
Kiwi Feathering Propellers 💰💰 Use again? - 30% (2019)
Std Yanmar 3-Blade Fixed 💰 Use again? - 31% (2019 - 2025)
We are guided by professionals here. These batteries carry their own BMS units and can be 'trained' together (See more...)
Good quality battery with a solid following for a reason (See more...)
The Meteor 'trains' allow for easy removal of a battery with a malfunction (takes 5 minutes). No spares carried.
Meteor Batteries 💰💰💰💰 Use again? - 100% (2025)
Victron Batteries 💰💰💰 Use again? - 100% (2020)
High quality anodised frames. Performance oustanding. Never plugged into shore power since, generator sits idle 95% of the time (See more...)
350 Watt solar that have performed flawlessly. Required minimal Marina power. Big alternators available to assist top-up (See More...)
Solar Spares
Nil. Generator if needed and engine alternators.
SunPower MAX3-400 💰💰 Use again? - 100% (2025)
LG Solar Panels 💰💰 Use again? - 100% (2020)
Used on our current Leopard 45. Found this to be amazing and offshore and east coast Australia berthing situation (View Here...)
Mainly used on our Lagoon L400 and Easy 11.6. Found this to be a good all round antifoul for east coast Australia (View Here...)
Nil
Seahawk Biocop 💰💰💰 Use again? - 100%
PPG ABC 3 💰 Use again? - 70%
Why both? Induction cooktop and 4-in-1 Microwave (View Here...)
Lithium and Battery rewire (View Here...)
Fues (various), Cabling (Various), Multimeters (2), Soldering equipment, SS Bolts/Screws/Nuts & Washers (many of various sizes), Electric Drill and Bits, Socket Sets (2), Tools multiple.
SigTec Electrical 💰💰💰 Use again? - 100% (2020-2025)
Complete removal and reseal of all saloon windows (View Here...)
Complete removal, sandblast, paint and reseal of all Lewmar Portlight windows (View Here...)
Lewmar Portlights ...are for use on the deck and coachroof of yachts in accordance with ISO/DIS 12216.2(E), DESIGN CAT. "A", AREAS II, III and IV for Portlights...
Fitting Instructions:
Where craft are intended to be operated on 'OCEAN' or 'OFFSHORE' voyages (as defined by ISO/DIS 12216.2(E)), no part of the plate or its framing is to extend beyond the outer surface of the hull or of a built-in-fairing being an integral
part of the hull. (Ref: Lewmar Document B5960 Issue E).
Nil.
Lewmar Flush Mitre 💰💰💰💰💰 Use again? - 10% (2026)
(Do NOT Buy these until they stop powder-coating the frames. We had to replace 8 at an insane cost, however got the new ones ANODISED black straight away. A sad reflection on Lewmar normally a great company. Do a search and judge for yourself.)
A single-door locker beside the fridge and freezer, beneath the electrical cabinet, had become a convenient place for miscellaneous items. We decided to remove the side panel and convert the space into a dedicated liquor cabinet.
All hinges and latches were designed specifically for the installation and 3D printed at home. The cabinet doors were custom-made from tinted glass, providing visibility while helping protect the contents and reduce the risk of accidental scratching.
Nil
Nil
Atlas tanks built this custom 280-litre tank to our specifications. We required additional strength across the top surface, so the internal baffles were specially cut and welded to provide greater structural support.
This allowed the tank to fit efficiently into the available space while keeping access points accessible for maintenance. It is positioned under our rear aft external saloon seat.
A separate pump was installed to allow diesel pumping in and out of the tank. This reverse cycle system (with shutoff valves), permits fuel polishing if required. The diesel then goes to the Starboard Fuel Tank only.
Nil
Long Range Fuel Tank 💰 Use again? - 100% (2025)
Detail is not listed here, however contained in our Crew Manual - Administration.
Detail is not listed here, however contained in our Crew Manual - Administration.
Detail is not listed here, however contained in our Crew Manual - Administration.
Spares
All inflatable Life Jackets are the same brand.
- One Firing Mechanism (1)
- Cartridge (1)
In progress (See more...)
In progress (See More...)
In progress (See More...)
Spares
Inflatable Life Jacket cartridge (1)