Sterndrive – Service/Tune Engine and Outdrive

1. Engine

  • Check engine alignment
  • Check plug wires
  • Check distributor cap and rotor * Run salt-away through engine
  • Check anodes
  • Change pencil zinc in heat exchanger
  • Check engine compression
  • Check engine timing
  • Check carburetor for leaks and operation
  • Run engine tuner through engine
  • Clean flame arrestor
  • Check carb adjustment
  • Set idle speed
  • Check belt condition and tension
  • Change oil and filter
  • Check coolant
  • Check and top off power steering fluid
  • Spray engine with corrosion block

2. Lower Unit

  • Check gearlube (replace if dirty or contaminated)
  • Pressure & vacuum test gearcase
  • Lubricate u-joints & gimble bearings
  • Replace gasket & seals & install outdrive
  • Remove prop and lubricate splines
  • Check for fish line behind prop
  • Check condition of bellows
  • Hook up speedo pick-up

3. Fuel System

  • Change filters and check operation of choke

4. Electrical System

  • Check battery and charge

5. Boat

  • Check drain plug
  • Check all boat accessories

6. Trailer

  • Check trailer lights
  • Air tires
  • Grease trailer bearings
  • Lube winch, coupler and tongue jack

Sterndrive Service/Tune Engine and Outdrive Estimated Costs:

  • All But Bravo – 4.5 to 5.5 Hours Labor plus parts
  • Bravo Only – 6.0 to 7.0 Hours Labor plus parts

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