The Volvo Penta "Engine Configurator"
Not sure what engine to choose as a potential replacement for your existing engines?
Volvo Penta's "Engine Configurator" guides you through with just a few basic questions. Click on the image to visit their site and try it!
Recent Repower Examples
Example #1 here is a Formula that had 8.1 liter V-drives that consumed 70 GPH at cruise speed. That means short trips between fuel dock visits! So we installed a pair of the latest technology D4 (4-liter) 260HP diesel engine packages and now it delivers the same cruise speed, but at 24 GPH! That's almost a 300% improvement!
Before, note protective material used
After, diesel and note the extra room!
New instruments allow room for plotter
Example #2 is a 50' houseboat that needed to pick up the pace just a bit, as it could only achieve a blistering 8 knots! It also needed some freshening up with regard to the helm appearance. The Detroit 4-53s were replaced with Volvo Penta D6 310HP sterndrive packages for the maximum efficiency! It also solves some noise and smoke problems for sure. Top speed now 20 knots!
Before, old nasty 4-53's
Fresh, clean and roomy
Old lower helm look
Beautiful new look
Before image of upper helm
Fantastic new look
Example #3 is a 29' Blackfin. She had some older Volvo Penta inboards that just did not have what it takes. The Volvo Penta D4 300HP engines with EVC (Electronic Vessel Control) makes for a very nice, clean installation in a smaller package!
Why not give us a call and see if we can't help you bring new life to your existing treasure?
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