As with all Outboard Marine Engines in general the process of winterization as you prepare your motor for long term winter storage is much more straightforward versus sterndrive or inboard boat models. The Mercury Marine 150 Hp 4 Stroke Outboard is no different in that access to the motor is very good, as well as […]

Mercruiser produced a variety of 4.3L marine engines over the years. These engines also varied in the style of cooling and drain systems they were offered with. Regardless of whether your particular engine is equipped with a manual or automatic drain system, the Mercruiser 4.3L V6 w/ Alpha Sterndrive marine engine we winterize in this […]

Many of the Wakeboard style boats today are powered by Indmar Marine Engines. This particular boat model utilizes the Indmar Monsoon 350 marine engine equipped with the ZF Hurth V-Drive model transmission. Inboard model boats not having the Sterndrive allow you to avoid the normal steps of checking the lower unit and gear lube however […]

The Yamaha SX230 is a sport boat that utilizes the “Jet” style propulsion. Therefore winterizing this particular model of sport boat differs form Sterndrive or Inboard model boats. As always we want to point out that you will need to verify your manufacturer’s recommendations before starting the winterization on this boat. However as with all […]

The Mercruiser 5.0L MPI was originally produced with several different draining options. Therefore the Winterization on this particular motor does depend on the draining system your engine is equipped with. The basic requirements of Boat Winterization will differ from manufacturer to manufacturer so you do need to read and understand your manufacturer’s specific requirements.

Winterizing Inboard model boats differs form the traditional sterndrive boat models in that the maintenance steps associated with the Sterndrive or Lower Unit are not required. However on Watersport model boats such as Tige’, Malibu, Correct Craft and Mastercraft they are commonly equipped with Ballast systems which require special treatment in preparing them for winter storage. […]

Mercury Outboard Water Pump Diagrams…READ MORE Regularly scheduled Outboard Motor maintenance is one of the most important factors in determining the life expectancy of your engine. All of the outboard motor manufacturers including Mercury Marine, Yamaha, Suzuki and Evinrude recommend inspecting, if not replacing the water pump impeller every 1 to 2 years. It’s worth […]

There’s nothing like zipping across the water at 60 Mph with the sun in your face and the wind in your hair. You own the lake when you’re on top of that Sea-Doo. You don’t miss the cold weather at all – you’ve got your “Croakies” on and you’re strutting on down to the dock. […]

  Question: Can you explain what the purpose is for Mercruiser’s Water Distribution Housing most of the Marine Engines are being equipped with today? When popping the engine hatch and looking at the front of a typical Marine Engine today, one can’t help but notice the abundance of cooling system hoses the engines are equipped […]

  CHECK INVENTORY & SHOP ONLINE: Click Here Question: Do the Mercruiser Engines equipped with the Dry Joint Style Exhaust AND Closed Cooling systems circulate antifreeze through the exhaust manifolds? Answer: Mercruiser has made changes over the years between 1/2 and FULL cooling systems. The driving factor for this was the same reason that always seems […]