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Our New Engine Has Arrived! (Nanni N4.65 Unboxing) | S2 Ep 66
August 17, 2025 · 12 min · 8K views
What this video covers
The crew of the vessel NV received a new Nanni N4.65 marine diesel engine and ZF saildrive, marking a significant milestone in their ongoing boat refit.6:54 The 59-horsepower, four-cylinder turbocharged engine is based on a Kubota block, delivering 168Nm of torque at 1800 rpm.7:01 Key features include a closed cooling system, a gear-driven valve train, and a 120-amp alternator.7:41 The accompanying ZF saildrive includes a double-seal system, which the crew noted as a major upgrade over their previous Volvo unit.8:12 To accommodate the new powertrain, the crew must reshape and laminate a new carbon fiber engine bed into the bilge.8:27 The engine was shipped via air freight from France to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, through the logistics company Doigro, which facilitated a duty-free customs clearance.9:43 The installation will require upgrading peripheral systems, including the exhaust pipe, water lock, fuel filters, and control cables.3:36
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