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Why Does My Outboard Die When I Put It In Gear?
A common problem that we see a lot of, with Two Stroke Outboard Motors is that for some reason they seem to die when you put them into gear! So ... Why Does My Outboard Motor Die When I Put
Why Does My Outboard Motor Smoke?
Have you ever been at the dock and remember seeing that one guy that smokes out the place? That is, when he turns on his engine it's like mosquito control coming through and blasting everybody out? Have you ever wondered
What Should I Do If My Boat Smells Like Fuel!
Smelling fuel on a boat can be a serious issue very quickly. Knowing what to do and what your options are is extremely important! What Should I Do If My Boat Smells Like Fuel? If you smell fuel on your
Why Does My Outboard Lose Prime & How To Fix It
Sometimes I run across someone's boat that will just not keep the fuel primed up. Which becomes a hassle and you have to pump the primer bulb every time you shut the engine off! So what do you do, you
Can I Run My Outboard Without The Thermostat?
There are many different opinions out there about running an engine without a thermostat. Some of them are true, some of them are false. Figuring out your specific situation is how we can answer this question, for you! Can I
Why Does A Boat Fuel Tank Overflow When Filling?
Have you ever seen the signs at the gas station fuel pump. You know, the ones that say, "You are responsible for any spills!" That is something that you really don't ever see. It's not often that you notice the
Should I Foam Around My Boat Fuel Tank?
Working in the Marine Industry and having restored a couple of boats personally, I have the privilege to see a lot of different failures that occur to boats over time. One of these common failures is when a boat's fuel
Why Does My Boat Fuel Gauge Fluctuate?
Unlike our cars, a boat's fuel gauge sees a lot more abuse and is more prone to failure! They see a lot more water and can have corrosion issues, along with, bad and old gas issues for the fuel sender.
What Color Should Lower Unit Gear Oil Be?
Working in the marine industry and changing gear case oil for years, you get to see a lot of weird stuff. A lot of different colors and failures. From holes in the gear case to half of the gear case
What is an Outboard Powerhead?
As a Marine Technician, I get to talk to a lot of boat owners and users. Some know a lot about their boat and engine, and others not so much. Some have spent years on the water and others can
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