Outboard Technical talk
Technical information about outboard maintenance & troubleshooting
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back Clearing a flooded engineHave you ever over choked your outboard and flooded it? Then have to sit around waiting for it to clear? If so, read on..... more detailStarting your motor at the rampEver fired your engine quickly at the ramp before launching? This can destroy your waterpump in seconds..... more detailAre you Selecting gear correctly?The grinding noise you are hearing is the clutch dog chattering on the gear as it meshes with it. This is damaging your gearbox! more detailWhy Gaskets Must Be Serviced!Here is an article with pictures explaining why you must service the powerhead gaskets on your outboard. more detailSpark Plug CatalogueA full list of recommended spark plugs for most types of outboard motors. more detailSpark Plug Heat Ranges ExplainedThe spark plug heat range has no relationship to the electrical energy transferred through the spark plug. The heat range of a spark plug is the range..... more detailSpark Plug Tip Firing AppearanceThe following is a brief list to consider in avoiding reduced performance and/or expensive engine damage. more detailSpark Plugs - Types of Abnormal CombustionPre - ignition, engine knock and misfiring explained..... more detailReading Spark PlugsBeing able to "read" a spark plug can be a valuable tuning aid. By examining the insulator firing nose color..... more detailIs your Petrol Fresh?Petrol does have a shelf life, especially in the harsh marine environment. Are you risking engine damage by using old fuel? more detailAre You Damaging Your Gearbox when Changing Gear?Make sure you are not doing damage to your gearbox when selecting gear. Here is 3 things to look for. more detailLifting auxiliary motors out of the waterAre you doing the right thing when lifting your motor out of the water? more detail |
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