I/O checklist

[mellowyellow]

after 30yrs with outboard boats, have my fist I/O<br />and was wondering what would be a good checklist<br />for a GM/merc 140 before/after each launch? I have<br />kept an eye on oil level/cond., but it can't be<br />that easy, can it?<br />as always, thanks in advance,<br />M.Y.

 

[bluewater19]

Re: I/O checklist

Admiral,<br />I check my oil before I launch. My outdrive also has a oil resevor. <br />I fire up the motor and Idle out until the motor warms up and scan my gauges. If there is no temp or oil pressure issues then its blast off time!<br />I always flush my motor if running in salt. <br />Thats it. <br />Just change the outdrive and engine oil every 50-75hrs and it will last a long time!

 

[Bob_VT]

Re: I/O checklist

Turn on the Blower first...can you hear it working? <br /><br />You will be pleasantly surprised when you check the mileage too.<br /><br />oh yeah remember the "outside plug" <br /><br />Bob

 

[mellowyellow]

Re: I/O checklist

thanks guys. yes blower is first thing I run Bob.<br />have a good/sealed battery box too... <br />it just seems too easy! LOL

 

[Bart Sr.]

Re: I/O checklist

I start my checklist at home.<br /><br />1)Start on muffs and bring to operating temp and check gauge readings.<br /><br />2)Check oil level and condition in motor.<br /><br />3)Have someone verify that all lights on trailer work properly.<br /><br />4)MAKE SURE THE PLUG IS IN!!!!!!!!!!<br /><br />5)Off to the lake.<br /><br />>>>>>>>HAPPY BOATING<<<<<<<

 

[Dunaruna]

Re: I/O checklist

Probably the most frustrating problem with an I/O is that it can't be pull started (and damn hard to roll start ).<br /><br />Keep the battery, especially connections, in good condition and top up the charge well before trip to the ramp.<br /><br />Aldo