Suggestion for FAQ

[lakelover]

I see "general maintenance" mentioned frequently as the main necessity for outboard longevity and reliablilty.<br /><br />How about adding a FAQ that has a short list of basic maintenance procedures needed to keep outboards reliable? <br /><br />There is tons of info on these boards, but a short list in one place would be a good place for an inexperienced boater to start.

 

[rickdb1boat]

Re: Suggestion for FAQ

Good idea, lakelover. No debating on that one. Just plain and simple facts...<br /><br />Compression check<br />Battery and voltage check (Charging check)<br />Lower unit change and check<br />VRO maintenence<br />Shift and throttle check<br />Prop check<br />Bendix lube<br />Wiring check (Loose or corroded connections)<br /><br />I'm sure there are others, but a good idea..

 

[JB]

Re: Suggestion for FAQ

Hey, Rick!<br /><br />You would be a good one to write that article for us!<br /><br />An article listing your routine/preventive maintenance items and a short paragraph about how to do each should fit the bill. It should address differences for carbed and injected 2 strokes and for 4 strokes.<br /><br />Write a first draft and post it here under the title, First draft: FAQ Routine Outboard Maintenence , and ask for suggestions and comments.<br /><br />Edit the article to include helpful suggestions.<br /><br />When you think she is ready, let us know and one of the Mods will transfer it to the FAQ section for you.<br /><br />Thanks for your continuing contributions.

 

[ob15]

Re: Suggestion for FAQ

Great idea! One stop shopping. Maybe it could ber updated periodically if new ideas are presented.<br /><br />Don't foget waterpump & t-stat.