Yamaha Outboard Lower Unit Discoloration: Causes & Solutions

QuestionI noticed the lower unit is starting to discolor (turning white)right above the cavitation plate.  Is this from heat?  I recently started

Deck Repair & Covering Options for Your Boat - Fiberglass vs. Vinyl

QuestionPLEASE HELP ME I AM TRING TO FIND THE FASTEST AN MOST EFFECTIVE WAY YO FIX MY DECK ROT. I HAVE A 1987 SEA SPRITE CONTINENTAL 24 FT BOAT ITS ALL REA

Mercruiser Outdrive Shifting Issues: Troubleshooting & Expert Advice

QuestionMercruiser outdrive shifts hard out of gear. If blip throttle it comes out of gear or is you shut the engine off it comes out easily. 1975 Mercruis

Sea Ray Sundancer 25 (1986): Addressing Cabin Leaks

QuestionWe have a 1986 Sea Ray Sundancer in great shape except for the cabin leaks that I believe are from the windows.. Water seems to run aft and collect

Volvo 5.7L O/SXi Engine Overheating Troubleshooting - 2005

QuestionEngine 2005 Volvo 5.7OSXi  with a DXP outdrive (composite). I have 50 hours on the boat.  Last year I would overheat now and then at slow

Finding the Right Locking Gas Cap for Your 1991 Proline

QuestionWe have a 1991 Proline, walk around cuddy, 23+ft.  Our gas is being stolen so we need to buy a locking gas cap but I dont know what size I sho

Arkansas Boat Registration Requirements: A Comprehensive Guide

QuestionI have an 8x4 styrofoam filled boat. I was wondering if I need to register it before I put it in the water with a trolling motor? AnswerHi Randy..

1989 Searay Sundancer Engine Leg Configuration - Expert Advice Needed

QuestionHi, Im after a bit of help/advice. Im looking at purchasing a UK 1989 268 Sundancer and after a very thorough marine survey, one thing seems a litt

Yamaha 130HP Outboard Starting Issues - Troubleshooting & Solutions

QuestionI have a Yamaha 2003 130HP 2-cycle outboard motor. Its very hard to start. Once I get it running, it starts with no problem. When it cools, its har

Troubleshooting Fluctuating RPM in Perkins Diesel Engine

QuestionI have a six cylinder Perkins Diesel in a 45 foot boat and the R.P.M. increaes and decreases when running at 2000 R.P.M.or more by its self. What d

Wellcraft 2700 Martinique Propeller Specs & Performance Troubleshooting

QuestionI am looking for the specs for the original prop for  a 1994 Wellcraft 2700 Martinique with a 7.4 Mercruiser with a Bravo II outdrive. I used

2000 Mercury 75 HP Engine Stalling: Troubleshooting & Solutions

QuestionI have a 2000 Mercury 75hp 2 stroke motor on my pontoon boat that will start fairly easily, but wont stay running, I can choke it for 1 or 2 second

Bayliner 175 Steering Issues: Troubleshooting & Solutions

Questionhi guys, i have just bought a 2002 bayliner 175 capri,, however the steering is so hard it would nearly pull your arms off, its not a tilt problem,

Shore Power vs. Battery Power for Your Boat: A Beginner's Guide

QuestionI recently purchased a 2006 300 Searay Sundancer.  I am a first time boater.  Dealer made available a Captain along with several lessons.

Criss Craft 1996 Fuel Efficiency & Diesel Engine Upgrade - Expert Advice

QuestionQUESTION: Hello Ron, I recently acquiered a Criss Craft 1996, concept 23 openbow. It is powered by a 1993 OMC King Cobra 7.4 L.  Could I know

Troubleshooting Rain Leaks in 2002 Wellcraft Martinique Aft Cabin

QuestionI have a rainwater leak in my aft cabin of my 2002 wellcraft Martinique can you help me find the leak-did Neil find his leak in his wellcraft back

Volvo Penta Sterndrive Issues: Reverse Leaking & Trim Problems - Expert Advice

QuestionI am looking a buying a boat.  It has a volvo penta sterndrive that comes out of the water in reverse and leaks oil in the river.  It wil

Marine Battery Charging: Is Your Outboard Charging Properly?

QuestionHello Ron, I hope you can help me out with this one.... I have recently bought a 1975 Norman 23ft canal cruiser, I keep it near Birmingham in the

Searay Seville 488 Mercruiser Engine Stalling - Troubleshooting & Solutions

QuestionHI,  I HAVE A 1984 SEARAY SEVILLE WTH A 488 MERCRUISER ENGINE THE BOAT WAS SITTING FOR THE WINTER, AND FIRST DAY OUT RAN FINE FOR ABOUT AN HOU

Fuel Efficiency Tips for 1993 Bayliner 3058 with Mercruiser 7.4L

QuestionI have a 1993 Bayliner 3058 Command Bridge with a Mercruiser 7.4l plant and Bravo II outdrive. I have done all I can think of in the way of tuning