VOLVO MD 2020 SAILDRIVE. ENGINE MOUNT REPLACEMENT VIDEO REPORT RECORDED BY TXEMACAPITAN

Fortuna 9 Sailboat in Marina Punta Lagoa in Vigo (Spain)

2 ELLEBOGEN GTM55 Marine engine mounts (Ref. 856834)

Introduction

Txema and Bea, a couple living in Vigo, Spain, that share the passion for the Sea. Galicia is in the northwest of Spain, known by the ending of the pilgrimage way of Saint James in Santiago de Compostela, but for their extreme quality of fish and Seafood.  They both run a fish shop called https://lapescaderiademibarrio.es/, and the YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@sailingtxemacapitan and also work on the Nautic academy http://www.meraknautica.es/ .

On this chapter https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oTrjb0cwBjw Txema explains the process of marine engine mount replacement on his Volvo Penta MD 2020 with saildrive transmission using the Ellebogen GT mounts of reference 856834.

The engine: MD 2020 Saildrive

The Volvo Penta MD 2020 Saildrive is a compact marine diesel engine designed for sailboats and other small craft. It has a power output of 19 horsepower and a displacement of 0.78 liters. 

The Saildrive feature allows the engine to be positioned further aft, improving sailing performance and reducing noise and vibration in the cabin. The MD 2020 is known for its reliability and fuel efficiency, making it a popular choice for boaters who value performance and environmental sustainability.

The Sailboat: Fortuna 9

The Fortuna 9 is a 9-meter sailboat designed and manufactured in Spain by Astillero Monotipo S.A. This performance cruiser has a spacious cockpit and a modern interior layout with two cabins and a head.

 The Fortuna 9 is known for its excellent sailing performance, stability, and maneuverability, making it suitable for both cruising and racing. The yacht’s sail plan features a large mainsail and a self-tacking jib, which allows for easy handling and solo sailing. The Fortuna 9 is built with high-quality materials and offers a comfortable and luxurious sailing experience for small groups or families.

Model: Fortuna 9 Designer: Javier Visiers Builder: Monotipo S.A. (later Ronautica for the RO300 and Visiers Diseño Naval for the VDN 30) Year of introduction: 1989 Units built: 285 Overall length: 9.00 m. Waterline length: 7.50 m. Maximum beam: 3.20 m. Draft: 1.70 m. Displacement: 3,150 kg. Keel weight: 1,400 kg. Headroom: 1.86 m. Freshwater capacity: 150 l. Fuel capacity: 75 l. Engine: Volvo 18 hp (other options available) Berths: 2 doubles and 2 singles in the saloon Mainsail area: 24 m2 Genoa area: 25 m2

UNBOXING

Txema opens the box, describes the content of each part and extracts the height adjusters, since he is not going to need them for his installation.

UNBOLTING EXISTING MARINE ENGINE MOUNTS

Txema opens the box, describes the content of each part and extracts the height adjusters, since he is not going to need them for his installation.

UNBOLTING EXISTING MARINE ENGINE MOUNTS

Txema opens the box, describes the content of each part and extracts the height adjusters, since he is not going to need them for his installation.

LIFTING THE ENGINE WITH THE MAINSAIL HALYARD

Txema opens the box, describes the content of each part and extracts the height adjusters, since he is not going to need them for his installation.

INSTALLATION OF THE ELLEBOGEN GTM 55 MARINE ENGINE MOUNTS

Txema opens the box, describes the content of each part and extracts the height adjusters, since he is not going to need them for his installation.

INSTALLATION OF THE ELLEBOGEN GTM 55 MARINE ENGINE MOUNTS

Txema opens the box, describes the content of each part and extracts the height adjusters, since he is not going to need them for his installation.

LOWERING THE ENGINE AND FINAL  

On this final section Txema lowers the engine using the mainsail halyard. Tightens all the bolts.

Special Thanks to Sailing Txemacapitan

Txema and Bea are special for Ellebogen. Since the creation of the company Ellebogen, they have been ready to help.

Both are very hard workers and, to a certain extent, hyperactive. Txema wakes up at 4:00 AM for his Fishery business. During the day he sells the fish in the shop. During the evening he is a professor of Day Skipper, Yatchmaster and Skipper. On the weekends he sails and dives and fishes in the wonderful coastline of Galicia.

From the month of June to September they live aboard their Fortuna 9.

Apart from that is an extremely good and honest communicator that finds, makes, and edits interesting videos for us who have a passion for the sea. As Txema says, for all among us who have the “bug” inside.

I think that we need people like Txema and Bea.

Their fish Shop

Their YouTube channel

Their nautic academy