Engine Repair in Beaufort NC

[s/v Sunsets]

Friends are currently sailing from the Chesapeake to the BVIs but they need to divert to Beaufort NC because the Volvo engine is overheating. Anyone want to recommend a mechanic that can come to the boat? (Not sure where they will end up being docked/towed yet.)

[davil]

PM and will tell you who do not call

[Wolfe10]

Which Volvo engine and what is wrong with it?


Advice for a tech to change filters or service the heat exchanger on a smaller/sailboat engine may be very different than a complete overhaul on a larger Volvo engine in a trawler.

[s/v Sunsets]

I SUSPECT (only SUSPECT) that the engine needs descaling. Or perhaps it is as simple as a new thermostat. It’s a 50’ sailboat with a (70hp?) inboard engine.

[Kd9truck]

I can speak to first hand experience but I have read posts with similar themes looking for good marine work (marine mechanic, rigging replacement, hull painting) and many have referenced Bock marine about 10 miles up the ICW toward New Burn NC.

233 Core Creek Road
Beaufort NC 28516
Located at ICW Mile Marker 196.5, just south of the Core Creek high-rise bridge. 34° 50’N 76° 42.0’W
(252) 728-6855
Fax: (252) 728-5189
bockmarine@gmail.com
Hours
Monday-Friday: 7:30 AM-4:30 PM
Most Saturdays: 8 AM to noon (call first)

Cheers