Suenos Azules Marine Surveying and Consulting

A blog about my experiences in marine surveying, thoughts, and some of the things I encounter. I own and operate a marine surveying firm that is based in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.

Friday, December 26, 2025

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Low Power Testing and Diagnostics of Batteries on a 26' Boston Whaler Low batteries and diagnostics on twin Suzuki DF200 outboard engine...

Sunday, April 20, 2025

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How Anodes Protect Your Outboard Engine Written by: Capt. John Banister, AMS This is a video of an outboard engine connected to a corr...

Monday, October 17, 2022

Yamaha and Mercury Outboard Engine Surveys

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Written by: Capt. John Banister, AMS® What is a Marine Engine Survey ? A marine engine survey is an in depth mechanical inspection of the ...

Friday, May 6, 2022

A Sea Trial and Cam Bearing Noise in a Yamaha F350 Outboard Engine

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This is a sea trial of a Yamaha F350 outboard engine. There was noticible bearing noise heard from the port outboard engine. Upon removing t...

Sunday, January 30, 2022

Powerboat Magazine Article - How to Survey Outboards

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An article in Powerboat Magazine. Rob Scanlon and I were interviewed about performing outboard engine surveys and why they are so important....

Tuesday, March 24, 2015

My Interview on Thermal Imaging Technology in Marine Surveying with Professional Boatbuilder Magazine

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I was interviewed about the thermal imaging technology I use in marine surveying and its effectiveness by Professional Boatbuilder Magazi...

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About Me

Suenos Azules Marine Surveying and Consulting: Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, United States; I own and operate a marine surveying and consulting firm based in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. I offer pre-purchase, insurance, valuation, damage claim, infrared thermal imaging, outboard engine, and ultrasonic marine surveys. I am a SAMS Accredited Marine Surveyor. I am also a USCG Licensed Master Captain and provide charter, boating lessons, and yacht deliveries for both power and sailing vessels. I provide services in South Florida (Jupiter, Stuart, Fort Lauderdale, Fort Pierce, and the Florida Keys) and in the Caribbean Islands. I also specialize in surveying and inspecting vessels for remote Clients in Europe, Asia, Australia, Africa, and the Caribbean. I am a former enlisted member of the U.S. Coast Guard, ABYC Standards Accredited, ABYC Gasoline Engines Certified Technician, a Yamaha Certified Outboard Engine Technician, a Mercury / MerCruiser Certified Technician, a Honda Certified Outboard Engine Technician, a Certified Infrared Thermographer, and a member of SAMS, ABYC, IAMI, and the NFPA. Feel free to see more about my company and what we can do for you at our main website at: www.SuenosAzules.com

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