| Here are some of the tips which can help you keep | | | | maintenance tips are: |
| your boat up and running after every trop. These | | | | - Change oil frequently - following manufacturer's |
| tips will help you in proper boat maintenance which | | | | minimum recommendations or once each season. |
| will drastically increase the life of your boat. | | | | - Check and replace any belts or hoses that appear |
| - Flush the engine each time as it's used in salt water. | | | | to be deteriorating. |
| Use "earmuffs" over the water intake and a | | | | - Check for oil and/or water leaks every time before |
| freshwater hose. Tilt engine and rinse underneath to | | | | leaving the dock. |
| prevent salt buildup. | | | | - Flush your engine with fresh water after operating |
| - Always Fill gas tank on the way back as a full tank | | | | in salt water. |
| resists water build-up from condensation. | | | | - Always Check impellers and pumps to anticipate a |
| - Wash entire boat and trailer using soap and water. | | | | failure. |
| Zip Wax (by Turtle Wax) car wash soap contains | | | | - Always Watch for the beginning of corrosion and |
| wax and will not strip the wax from your boat. Do | | | | take measures to stop it before it becomes a |
| not use bleach or Soft Scrub except in emergencies. | | | | problem. |
| Re-wax the affected area after using these harsh | | | | - Always Check and service transmissions and lower |
| products. | | | | units according to manufacturer's recommendations. |
| - Scrub the deck with a non-skid cleaner | | | | - Always Change fluids on a recommended schedule |
| - Dry all the metal, glass and flat surfaces. Standing | | | | or at least once each season. |
| water will leave mineral deposits and etch surfaces. | | | | - Always Keep shafts and props in clean and good |
| - Cover boat to protect it from sun and rain. | | | | working order. |
| - Every 75 hours: replace spark plugs, clean fuel filter, | | | | - Always Check all though-hull fittings. Make sure that |
| change lower unit oil, grease engine/drive via the zerc | | | | their valves are operational and can be opened and |
| fittings and inspect everything. | | | | closed. |
| - Every 150 hours or once a year replace the impeller | | | | - Always Check all water strainers to make sure that |
| and fuel-water separator. | | | | they are clean and free of debris. |
| Also some of the Engine and Running Gear | | | | |