Boat Tune Up

[gregmercer]

I bought a Wellcraft bow rider over the winter with a Volvo AQ131 with a SP out drive. Before I put it in the water this spring I want to tune it up to minimize problems this summer. I was planning on:<br /><br />New Engine Oil<br />Engine Oil Filter<br />Out drive Oil<br />Trim pump Oil<br />New Spark plugs<br />New fuel filter<br />New fuel/water separator filter<br /><br /><br />What other things should I check/replace? Should I go ahead and replace the raw water impeller? Do I need to service the out drive at all? <br /><br />I'm new to the whole boat thing so thanks a lot for your help!<br /><br />Greg

 

[Gary H NC]

Re: Boat Tune Up

The impeller would be a good idea to replace it.<br />A can of SeaFoam in the gas tank.<br />Drain and refill outdrive,Check for signs of water in gear oil..Milky look..<br />If you don't know how old the battery is go ahead and replace it.<br />How long has the boat been not in use?

 

[gregmercer]

Re: Boat Tune Up

It was used last summer.<br /><br />Also, there is a spot of like JB weld on the exhaust manifold, looks to be patching a hole. It runs fine with it but I'm still worried about it. What do you guys have to say about this?<br /><br />Greg

 

[Doug Durako]

Re: Boat Tune Up

Do a search on JB welds, exhaust manifold cracks, and improper winterization.

 

[marinemech1]

Re: Boat Tune Up

points and condensor check cap and rotor

 

[Don S]

Re: Boat Tune Up

See if this will help for your tuneup.<br /><br /> Click Here<br /><br />Regarding JB Weld, in my opinion, that is a temporary fix to get you home where you can fix it right.