About
We are Marine Diesel Specialists, a premier marine diesel engine service company that has been serving the South Florida marine community for over 20 years. Based in Fort Lauderdale with an additional location in Punta Gorda through our Gulf Coast Diesel Service division, we have established ourselves as the region's most trusted experts in marine diesel engine maintenance, repair, and sales. Our decades of experience have equipped us with the industry-leading expertise needed to handle everything from routine maintenance to complete engine overhauls, making us the go-to choice for yacht owners, commercial vessel operators, and marine professionals throughout South Florida and beyond.
We specialize in comprehensive marine diesel engine services, serving as authorized dealers for some of the industry's most respected brands. As an authorized MAN engine dealer, we provide complete sales, service, and parts support for MAN marine diesel engines, including yacht engines designed for optimal performance and efficient energy use. Our expertise extends to major engine brands including MTU, Detroit Diesel, Caterpillar, Cummins, and Volvo Penta engines. We offer complete engine repowers, rebuilds, and overhauls using only genuine OEM parts to ensure maximum reliability and performance. Our certified marine diesel mechanics are highly trained and experienced in diagnosing complex engine issues, performing precision repairs, and conducting thorough engine surveys to help vessel owners make informed decisions about their power systems.
Beyond engine services, we are also authorized dealers for ZF marine transmissions and Kohler marine generators, providing comprehensive powertrain solutions for vessels of all sizes. Our parts department maintains fully stocked counters at both locations, offering competitive pricing on genuine MAN parts, standard engine components, and specialized marine diesel parts including front and rear main seals, bearings, connecting rods, cylinder liners, gaskets, O-rings, thrust washers, and fuel system components. We also carry marine control systems from Emerson AVENTICS, marine oils from trusted brands like Citgo, Mobil, and Shell, K&N filters, impellers, heat exchanger caps, and complete fuel and cooling system solutions. Our extensive inventory ensures that we can quickly source the parts needed to keep your vessel running efficiently.
Our Fort Lauderdale location at 234 SW 32nd Street positions us perfectly to serve the extensive marine community along Florida's east coast, while our Punta Gorda facility extends our reach throughout Southwest Florida and the Gulf Coast region. We understand that marine diesel issues don't always happen at convenient times or locations, which is why our mobile service capabilities allow us to bring our expertise directly to your vessel. Our marine diesel mechanics travel throughout South Florida, the Caribbean, and points beyond to provide on-site maintenance, repairs, and emergency services wherever your vessel may be located.
What sets us apart is our team of certified marine diesel mechanics who combine extensive technical knowledge with genuine passion for marine engineering. Each member of our Fort Lauderdale and Punta Gorda teams is highly trained, experienced, and takes pride in delivering exceptional workmanship on every project. We stay current with the latest marine diesel technologies and diagnostic equipment to ensure we can service both modern electronic engines and traditional mechanical systems with equal expertise. Our commitment to ongoing training and professional development means we're always prepared to handle the evolving complexity of today's marine propulsion systems.
We believe in building lasting relationships with our clients through honest communication, reliable service, and competitive pricing. Whether you need routine maintenance to keep your engines running at peak performance, emergency repairs to get back on the water, or consultation on engine upgrades and repowers, we approach every project with the same dedication to excellence. We provide personalized maintenance schedules tailored to your vessel's specific needs and usage patterns, helping prevent costly breakdowns and extending engine life.
Contact us today at our Fort Lauderdale location at 954-467-9010 or our Punta Gorda facility at 941-505-2400 to discuss your marine diesel needs. We also ship parts worldwide, so regardless of where your vessel is located, we can provide the quality components and expert advice you need to keep your engines running smoothly and reliably for years to come.... Show more