Don't Make this Mistake on Your Boat!

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This is not a boat maintenance how to video. Rather, it is my first attempt at performing a 100 hour (yearly) service on my Mercury 90hp outboard engine. The marina where I store my boat quoted me $500 to replace the engine oil, and that felt extreme. I ultimately swapped out the fuel filter once the video concluded (will try and record that next time).
For the marine experts in the audience, how did I do? What can I do better next time? Thank you for your feedback.
Products Used
SeaSense Outboard Muffs: heyderfolks.com/myvp
Lisle Oil Dispenser: heyderfolks.com/mw2q
1/2" ID Tubing: heyderfolks.com/3l0x
Tekton 1/2" Torque Wrench: heyderfolks.com/lnfc
Oil Filter Pliers: heyderfolks.com/l9hh
00:00 Yearly Service Mercury Outboard
03:20 Battery Cleaning
04:53 Coolant Flush
06:10 Task List & Tools
06:45 Visual Inspection
07:15 Taking the Prop Off
08:07 Bore Sleeve or "Cavitation Ring"
09:00 Draining Gear Case Oil
09:26 Draining Engine Oil
10:06 Replacing Oil Filter
12:16 Preparing New Oil
12:37 Filling Oil Reservoir
12:55 Filling Gear Case w/ Oil
13:35 Lubing & Reinstalling Prop
14:14 Test Run
Some of My Favorite Tools
Scraper: heyderfolks.com/nt27
1/4” Drive Long Handle: heyderfolks.com/ooeh
Safety Glasses: heyderfolks.com/6mb3
Spark Plug Socket Set: heyderfolks.com/9d2d
Scissors: heyderfolks.com/gb0o
Air Chuck: heyderfolks.com/f4gx
Metal Polish: heyderfolks.com/pbn3
Thin Wrenches: heyderfolks.com/c06v
Push Pin Pliers: heyderfolks.com/95i0
AA Battery Container: heyderfolks.com/o3ci
AAA Battery Container: heyderfolks.com/rmf1
Sliver Removal: heyderfolks.com/l1dr
Transfer Pump: heyderfolks.com/ya04
Laser Distance Finder: heyderfolks.com/axtd
Stud Finder: heyderfolks.com/i9d2
Circuit Breaker Finder: heyderfolks.com/5c9v
Ultrasonic Cleaner: heyderfolks.com/ty23

Пікірлер: 17

@trentwexler6690 2 ай бұрын

To answer your question about the washer on the prop; similar to a cotter pin, it’s recommended that you replace it but you can salvage it for a second use if you would like to save money. Also don’t forget to check your thermostat every 100hrs and replace as needed as well as greasing any zerk fittings. It’s the small things that ensure the longevity of your outboard.

@HeyDerFolks 2 ай бұрын

Right on, thank you on all counts. Happy I replaced it, they're cheap enough. I have a new thermostat for this thing but haven't ventured down that road as of yet. Will add that to next years service.

@user-bn2jt4fe6p 2 ай бұрын

Enjoyed watching thank you

@user-vl8ww8dc6v Ай бұрын

Nice job!

@HeyDerFolks Ай бұрын

Thanks!

@BellaRocko 2 ай бұрын

I know nothing about boats or outboard engines, but that was interesting to watch. I was hoping you'd change out the spark plugs too. Does this have a timing belt or chain? If it's a belt, will you be doing that too? Thanks for sharing.

@HeyDerFolks 2 ай бұрын

Timing belt, impeller, and spark plugs next year as part of the 3 year service

@davidmcgee2126 2 ай бұрын

Service ain’t cheap I work on RVs we charge about $200 an hour. I don’t see much of that I imagine a boat shop has comparable pricing If the parts are in stock. At least 20% more than you would pay I wouldn’t bother with a breaker bar for removal. An impact is better If you’re cranking on the breaker bar you’re torquing everything it’s attached to. While the impact hits fast enough to get the nut off with less stress on the housing

@HeyDerFolks 2 ай бұрын

Yep, last time I was in a shop paying hourly I believe it was around $175 an hour, and that was ~2 years ago. I'm sure its >=$200 now. At the end of the day its just supply and demand, the marina probably stores close to 1000 boats a season and 95% of folks aren't going to change the oil themselves. I think they only have 2-3 technicians, so they have to charge accordingly. Point taken re: impact, I used the breaker bar because its in the boat tool kit (in case I have to hot swap the prop on the water). Though when doing service in the driveway, its easy enough to grab the impact.

@SoexSnap 2 ай бұрын

Do you have any Snap On ratchet wrenches?

@HeyDerFolks 2 ай бұрын

Yes, I have a set of metric non reversibles. 10 to 19mm

@SoexSnap Ай бұрын

Nice I have some on order, the reversible flank drive ones. I just watched your unboxing video on your wrenches, very nice and I like the Zero degree offset on them!

@yeetymagee961 2 ай бұрын

What’s the difference between that snap on screw driver and a normal flat head, Just curious

@Eazyscustoms 2 ай бұрын

nothing. people just buy the name man. not hating, I buy lots of snap on myself but some things dont make sense.

@HeyDerFolks 2 ай бұрын

It has a 1/2" tip which spans the entire opening of the drain plugs. I could tell the previous tech used something smaller, because you can see where it cammed out and started to strip the plug screw. I plan to replace the plug next year on account of that, I don't want to be in a position to have to extract that thing in the future.

@HeyDerFolks 2 ай бұрын

Cornwell makes one for ~$25 if you want to go that route. Regardless of the brand you choose, having the 1/2" blade is critical in helping to ensure you don't strip these plugs.

@robertcasey3528 2 ай бұрын

PB Swiss has one on Amazon for $21.90