As winter comes to a close, marine enthusiasts start thinking about getting their boats ready for spring. To ensure a boat is safe and running well, there are a number of items a boat owner should inspect and address before getting back on the water.
Fuel Tank
- Empty your tank of any leftover gas from last season.
- Fill up with fresh gasoline.
- Use a quality marine fuel treatment that fights Ethanol problems, provides extra corrosion protection and fuel system cleaning.
Battery
- If your battery wasn’t on a maintainer in the off-season, give it a good, slow trickle charge.
- If your battery’s condition is questionable, have it tested at your local O’Reilly Auto Parts store.
Electrical
- Check spark plugs and wires for damage.
- If a spark plug needs to be replaced, chances are another will go bad soon, so save some time and replace them all.
- Inspect fuses and replace any that are damaged.
- Inspect fuses and replace any that are damaged.
Oil & Lubricants
- Inspect oil injection unit and clean or replace as needed.
- Replace oil filter if it was not done in the fall.
- Inspect prop shaft and lubricate if necessary.
- Inspect and re-lube other parts as needed.
Tires & Hub Bearings
- Check tire pressure. Proper specifications can be found in the trailer's owner's manual.
- Grease hub bearings (as needed) before first use and check them periodically throughout the season.
Lighting
- Test brakes and inspect brake pads for wear. Replace as needed.
Brakes
- Test brakes and inspect brake pads for wear. Replace as needed.
- Check brake fluid levels. Shop Hydraulic Brakes.
Spring is the perfect time of year to make sure your vehicle is ready for the upcoming travel season.
With riding season starting up again, there are some important steps you need to take to ensure your motorcycle is ready for the warmer weather.
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