A boat with sterndrive motors like Mercruiser needs exhaust flappers to function properly. But it is normal for the exhaust flapper to degrade over time, possibly harming the engine. So to prevent the engine from being damaged, you need to detect the exhaust flapper failure symptoms and replace it. Unusual noises are one of the…
As much as the flame arrestor on the outboard can prevent explosion, it can cause surge or engine blow-up due to dirt. So, you should look for the dirty flame arrestor symptoms that will help you know when to clean it and save the boat from burning down its engine! Indeed, there are three major…
Marine enthusiasts understand how important a reliable outboard engine is for a pleasant boating trip. However, a broken trigger can put an end to the fun. A bad trigger can ruin a boating trip by causing misfires, backfires, and a drop in performance. Whether you’re a seasoned boater or a novice, it’s critical to understand…
Mercury outboards are durable and pretty reliable. There are very few times when these boats fail to perform. Most of the time the reason is a problem with the coil. A Mercury boat starts to show some symptoms when it has a bad coil issue including poor performance, misfire, difficulty starting, overheating, and a few…
Normally, a Johnson outboard engine can experience a bad optical sensor. The owner would have to deal with something so meticulous. Because the symptoms of a running-out trigger on a Mercury outboard are frequently linked to other faults, finding one can be challenging. One of the most common symptoms of Johnson optical sensor failure is…
Are you noticing anything wrong related to the battery and engine? Then probably, it’s time to pay attention to the stator of your Mercury marine outboard. Therefore, you must detect the signs of a bad stator. The most common signs of a bad stator in a Mercury outboard engine are problems with engine activation, lack…
Mercury Verado 250 is an outstanding engine. It comes with superior power, splendid outboard design and the best fuel economy. The instant L6 torque on throttle powers your heavy offshore boat. The engine is much quieter due to its acoustic engineering. Even at wide-open throttle and high speed, it delivers excellent fuel economy. They claim…
You can research the market but you can’t find any lighter outboard motor in the 150HP direct 4-stroke category. There are lots of good features and specs of it. But I have seen lots of people complaining about the outboard motor’s issues. So, I have listed the most common problems with Mercury Optimax 150 to…
Direct fuel-injected two-stroke outboard motors are popular among boat owners. And, Mercury Optimax 225 has a good reputation in this category. However, lots of users complain about the outboard motor for some issues. Such problems with Mercury Optimax 225 are also common with some other popular brands. Now, let’s talk about those in detail. 1….
Evinrude engines are known to have the quickest time on plane. The 90 HP particularly has pretty interesting features. It’s been catching everyone’s eye since it came out in February of 2004. The outstandingly fast microprocessor enables instant throttle response. And with the Straight Leading Edge gearcase, you get more miles per hour. Additionally, the…