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Engine block: buying guides, tutorials and tips
Welcome to our resource hub for marine engine blocks. Explore buying guides, tips, and tutorials for new engine blocks, reconditioned marine engine blocks, boat engine packages, and outboard boat engines. Each how-to includes step-by-step instructions and DAM Marine spare-part references.
Our engine-block guides
Boat engine consuming a lot of fuel: what should you check?
Is your boat engine consuming a lot of fuel? Discover the possible causes, the checks to carry out, and the parts to inspect to reduce overconsumption.
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Understanding your boat warning lights
Boat engine warning light on? Discover the meaning of the main warning lights, the right actions to take and suitable diagnostic tools.
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Volvo Penta engine price: parts, kits & exploded views (2026)
Discover Volvo Penta models available at DAM Marine: links to exploded views, spare parts, and realistic budgets for maintenance/overhaul.
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Inboard engine price: new, reconditioned, diesel, used & installation
Inboard engine price: DAM Marine price examples (new, reconditioned), reconditioning costs, diesel vs petrol, used, and purchase with installation.
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GUIDE – How to choose an engine for your boat ?
Complete guide to choosing a boat engine: outboard or inboard, power by boat size, technical criteria, new/used/remanufactured options, and a checklist.
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How to replace a boat turbocharger (excluding DV6 engines)
Clear tutorial to replace a boat turbocharger (excluding DV6): oil/air/exhaust checks, step-by-step process, mistakes to avoid, and budget
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How to find your boat engine serial number?
Quickly find your boat engine serial number: manufacturer plate, engine block, drive unit and documents. Essential to identify the engine and order the right parts.
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How does a gasoline boat engine work? Outboard/Inboard guide
How a gasoline boat engine works, explained simply: outboard/inboard, fuel, ignition, cooling, maintenance, and typical faults.
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Boat engine won’t idle: causes, diagnosis, adjustments
An engine that stalls at idle is often caused by contaminated fuel (water), a clogged filter/idle jet, or an air leak. Check the fuel supply first, then adjust the idle with the engine warm—ideally in the water.
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Everything you need to know about how a marine diesel engine works
A marine diesel engine operates by self-ignition: air is compressed (heating up), then diesel fuel is injected and burns to drive the engine.
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Motorboat Engine Smoking: White, Black or Blue Smoke (Solutions)
Boat engine smoke ? Learn to identify white, black or blue smoke, diagnose the cause, and know when to consult a workshop.
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Boat engine vibration: causes, diagnosis and solutions
Boat engine vibrating ? Causes, simple diagnosis and solutions to reduce vibrations and cruise safely.
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Boat engine power loss: causes & fixes
Boat engine losing power ? Learn the most common causes, quick checks, and practical fixes, with a focus on outboard and inboard setups.
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Choosing between an inboard & outboard engine
An outboard engine is valued for its simplicity, while an inboard is appreciated for its performance. Discover the differences in this article.
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Boat Engine Repair: Diagnosis, Costs ...
Boat engine won’t start, stalls or overheats? Follow our diagnosis, estimate the budget and decide: repair, rebuild or replacement.
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Boat engine overheating: causes, diagnosis and solutions
Understand why a boat engine overheats, what to check first, how to cool it down, and when to stop to avoid serious damage.
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Boat engine stalling: diagnosis and solutions (outboard & inboard)
Boat engine stalling ? Understand the causes (idle, acceleration, when hot, starts then stalls) and follow a simple method to diagnose and fix it.
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Boat engine won’t start: what to do? (outboard & inboard)
Boat engine won’t start ? Quick checklist and complete diagnosis (outboard & inboard): battery, kill switch, starter, fuel, spark plugs, filter.
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