Diesel Engines
Troubleshooting, diagnosis, planned maintenance, repairs, cooling-system service, and mechanical inspections.
Veteran-owned · Hampton Roads, Virginia
Marine mechanical service built on experience.
Direct, well-documented mobile support for diesel engines, vessel systems, generators, sanitation systems, and mechanical inspections.
24+ yearsHands-on marine diesel experience
Owner-operatedWork directly with your technician
Mobile responseServing marinas across Hampton Roads
ABYC MemberCommitted to safer boating practices and continued professional development.
Core services
Practical support for the systems that keep you moving.
From scheduled maintenance to complex troubleshooting, Ironclad provides clear findings, honest recommendations, and a documented path forward.
Generators & Auxiliary Systems
Maintenance and troubleshooting for onboard generators, pumps, fuel systems, seawater circuits, and supporting equipment.
Seawater System Flushing
Targeted descaling and flushing for engines, generators, heat exchangers, and marine HVAC circuits.
Sanitation Systems
Assessment, hose replacement, pump and toilet service, tank connections, venting, and system retrofit support.
Drivetrain & Mechanical
Support for inboard, outboard, outdrive, stern-drive, jet-drive, controls, and general onboard mechanical systems.
Mechanical Inspections
Condition assessments and pre-purchase mechanical support that help owners make informed decisions.
Commercial & public sector
Field-ready support for fleets, marinas, and project partners.
Ironclad is building long-term service relationships with organizations that need dependable small-craft, diesel-generator, pump, and auxiliary-equipment support without adding shipyard overhead.
- Recurring maintenance
- Small-craft support
- Diesel generators
- Pumps & auxiliaries
- Inspection & reporting
- Subcontract field support
A responsive partner
Clear communication from assessment through closeout.
Commercial operators and public organizations need more than a repaired component. They need accurate findings, documentation, scheduling discipline, and a contractor who understands operational readiness.
Ironclad welcomes conversations with marinas, vessel managers, municipalities, boatbuilders, government buyers, and prime contractors throughout the region.
Discuss organizational support“You work directly with the person inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairing your vessel.”
Ironclad Diesel & Power is owned and operated by Clint Harris, a U.S. Navy Senior Enlisted marine diesel technician with more than 24 years of hands-on mechanical experience.
Owner-operated service
Experience, accountability, and honest repair guidance.
Ironclad was founded to bring professional maintenance practices and straightforward communication to boat owners and marine organizations across Hampton Roads. If a job requires a different specialty or OEM-level resource, you will hear that clearly—along with the best next step.
What to expect
A straightforward service process.
Good information up front helps Ironclad prepare properly, reduce delays, and make the most of the time aboard your vessel.
1
Submit the vessel details
Share the vessel location, engine or generator information, the concern, and photos when available.
2
Assessment and direction
We evaluate the request, identify the likely service path, and communicate preparation or scheduling needs.
3
Documented service
Receive clear findings, completed work details, and practical recommendations for the next priority.
Norfolk · Chesapeake · Virginia Beach · Portsmouth · Suffolk
Ready to discuss your vessel or fleet?
Submit a service request with the information needed to plan the right next step.