When it comes to maintaining your Mercury outboard, using genuine Mercury Marine parts is crucial. These parts ensure optimal performance and safety of your boat. Unfortunately, the market is flooded with counterfeit parts that can compromise your outboard’s functionality. Knowing how to identify genuine parts is therefore essential. In this guide, we’ll provide valuable insights […]

Marine heat exchangers are vital components of any marine cooling system. They play a crucial role in maintaining the optimal performance of marine vessels. However, like any other mechanical component, marine heat exchangers are subject to wear and tear. Over time, they may require replacement to ensure the efficiency of your marine cooling system. Knowing […]

When it comes to maintaining and repairing your Mercury outboard, having the right parts is crucial. Fortunately, the Mercury outboard parts catalog is an extensive resource, offering detailed listings of every part you might need. However, navigating this catalog can be daunting, especially if you’re new to boating or engine repair. In this guide, we’ll […]

Maintaining the proper temperature in your Mercruiser sterndrive engine is essential for performance, efficiency, and longevity. One key component in achieving this is the heat exchanger. Heat exchangers in marine engines work similarly to a car’s radiator, removing excess heat to prevent the engine from overheating. This article will delve into why heat exchangers are […]

When you’re out on the water, the last thing you want is to face an overheating issue with your Yamaha 250 HP outboard motor. Overheating can cause significant damage to your engine and turn a great day on the water into a tow back to the dock. To avoid this, it’s essential to understand how […]

What Equipment Will I Need for Winterizing my Boat? Where can I buy the professional type boat winterization kit/tank that many of the boating service centers use? This along with other common Boat Winterization questions will be covered in this PPT Technical Article. The following parts list will allow you to put together a winterization […]

  CATEGORY DESCRIPTION Yamaha Outboard Part Numbers Yamaha utilizes a specific format system with their Outboard Parts. This article covers the proper formatting and part identification used with Yamaha Outboard Part Numbers for both 2 stroke & 4 stroke outboard models. Yamaha Outboard Part’s Catalog Shopping Yamaha Outboard Motor’s Parts Catalog & Diagrams with Schematics […]

It’s downright frustrating when you drive out to the lake and launch your boat in the water, only to discover that your engine won’t start. Unless you have a battery-powered trolling motor as backup, you’re essentially dead in the water. By doing a little troubleshooting, however, you can usually identify the cause of your failing […]

It’s hard to enjoy a day at the lake when you’re boat isn’t responding to the steering wheel. Making otherwise simple turns can prove to be a challenge. Before you head to the closest marina/repair shop, however, you should first attempt to diagnose and fix the problem yourself. Not Enough Grease If your boat’s steering […]

If you’re in the market for a new heavy-duty yet fully portable watercraft, you should look into the KaBoat. Manufactured by Saturn Inflatables, the KaBoat is a versatile watercraft that’s becoming more and more popular thanks to its unique features and durable characteristics. Whether it’s fishing, rafting, exploration or just for a nice and relaxing […]