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www.marinelink.com MN31Cat Emissions Kits GetEPA Certifiction Caterpillar Marine Power Systems and Caterpillar Emissions Solutions announced that the U.S. EPA has cer- tified Cat 3500 Series Marine Emissions Kits according to EPA Rule 40 CFR Part 1042. This Marine Remanufacture Program applies to many commercial engines flagged or registered in the U.S., and the requirements include a 25% particu- late matter reduction at overhaul. By replacing the mechanical unit injector system and other associated compo-nents on the engine, the upgrade kitsoffer vessel owners an in-hull solution that exceeds the requirements and offers operational benefits.Yanmar Power Universals Water Taxis at 12K HoursThe water taxis at Universal Orlando Resort are hard-working craft, running all day, every day of the year. Yanmar 4JH5E diesels power four of the taxis, two of which have logged more than 12,000 hours each. A new boat using the Yanmar 54 hp engine, supplied by Mastry Engine Center, is also under construction. The free taxis run between Universal City Walk and the onsite Royal Pacific Resort, Hard Rock Hotel and Portofino Bay Hotel. The 40-ft canopied boats, accommodating 50passengers, work from park opening until after midnight, 365 days a year. Adding to the stress is a docking maneuver that includes a hard turn, running the engine forward while taking on passengers, then spinningthe drive 180° to reverse the process. The 4-cylinder, water-cooled 4JH5E engines are EPA Tier III compliant and feature direct injections.