Few people have ever heard the term marine diesel surveyor, and even those that have, rarely know what this type of job requires. A marine diesel surveyor expert is a specialist that inspects marine craft. The inspection is done for diagnostic purposes.
This video outlines the essential steps that a surveyor will investigate.
The video can be helpful for anyone that is considering buying a boat, owns a boat, or is interested in what it takes to manage marine crafts. The presenter has seven steps that you should follow when you are surveying a marine craft. The first step does not even require you to be on the boat. Check the service history of the boat. The second and third steps require that you are on the boat and able to inspect the boat's engine. Visually inspect hoses, and water pumps, and look for any staining to diagnose potential problems.
Learn where to find the plate on the engine that will describe how fast the engine can go. If the engine speeds are not up to par, checking for barnacles and buildup is necessary. The seven elements in this video are the most common causes of engine failure and other mechanical problems. Watch now.
