According to public data released by the U.S. Coast Guard, there were 4,062 recreational boating accidents reported in 2013, causing 2,620 injuries, 560 deaths, and $29 million worth of property damage (source). Unfortunately, many people overlook the fundamentals of safety when operating a boat. Whether you’re going fishing, skiing, or simply enjoying a summer afternoon […]

  Wakeboarding and wake surfing are two highly popular surface water sports that focus on riding waves and boat wakes while performing various tricks. Each summer, tens of thousands of thrill-seekers from across the country hit the water to participate in these sports. The endless freedom of movement and beautiful scenery these sports offer are […]

The Volvo Penta 5.0 GL is a Carbureted Sterndrive model marine engine. Therefore the steps required for winterization will include the normal draining, engine oil, fuel system stabilization and gear lube verification. Remember to always verify your manufacturer’s specific requirements to make sure you don’t overlook one of their required steps.

Small businesses are collaborating on a grassroots level with online powerhouses eBay, PayPal, StubHub and other eBay Inc. communities to learn about and respond to public policy, such as the Marketplace Fairness Act (S.336/H.R. 684). The virtual headquarters of the initiative, www.ebaymainstreet.com, is where businesses are coming together to determine how daily net-based commerce could […]

Oklahoma is usually not considered a coastal state. Anyone who calls Oklahoma “land locked” must not be aware of the over 200 lakes in the state where scores of tourists and natives go boating, swimming, fishing, and more each year. One of the most important bodies of water that makes Oklahoma a hub for water […]

QUESTION: What is the purpose of the “Turbulator” used in Mercruiser Marine Exhaust Systems”. This is a question Performance Product Technologies receives on a regular basis being the leading technical source for Marine Exhaust products and technical information.  The history of the “Turbulator” dates back to 1932 if you look at the original patent filings for such devices. However the […]

  How many times have you been in one of these positions? You go to start the engine in your boat but it won’t crank. You start looking for issues and realize nothing works, not even the stereo system. After 10-15 minutes it dawns on you to take a look at the Lanyard Kill Switch. […]

Mercury Marine hopes to revitalize the sterndrive market with decisions the company has made about “taking control” by building its own sterndrive engine blocks instead of receiving them from the automotive industry, as it is doing now. “We have made the decision that we will shift away from an automotive supply for our gas sterndrive […]

  Models All V6 and V8 Sterndrive Engines with a Serpentine Belt. Change The Power Steering pump pulley material and diameter are changing. The easiest way to tell them apart is by using a magnet near the outer diameter of the pulley. Before ordering any serpentine belt parts, refer to the chart on the reverse […]

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