While Malua is a sailing yacht there are times
that you have to move forward using the engine. The reliable
naturally aspirated Yanmar 4JH2E was fitted with a flexible coupling to
a 1 ½ inch drive shaft with a PSS dripless stern gland.
Engine: Yanmar 4JH2E naturally aspirated diesel, 50 HP with fresh water cooling system, fastidiously maintained and serviced.
Propeller: Was
a Bruntons Autoprop feathering – sent to UK manufacturer for servicing
– has been returned but not fitted Now using Porters 18 inch
fixed blade propeller.
Water Filters: Custom raw water inlet filter with anode. Custom designed and built water muffler and exhaust system.
Engine room:
Accessible behind hinged companionway steps and via starboard climb in
door. Easy access to engine, diesel generator and both autopilots.
Fuel Filter:
Dual Racor 500 filters: Switchable between fore and aft tanks and
between either filter. Vacuum gauge to indicate filter clogging.
Engine shut-off: Engine and generator fuel shutoff from outside engine room - survey requirement.
Generator:
13HP Kubota diesel motor water cooled and separate exhaust
system. A direct connected 150Amp DC Leese Neville alternator
with smart regulator.
High output engine room blower venting in cockpit.
Yanmar engine, two Racor fuel filters 50 l hot water system