Posts Tagged ‘engine’
Friday, February 26th, 2010
Boat Engine Repair Shops in Mississippi
Whether you’re heading from the Magnolia state to Oakatibee Lake or the Gulf of Mexico, it’s always a good idea to have a reference list of boat engine repair shops in Mississippi, just in case. But, before looking for boat engine repair shops in Mississippi, here’s a few preventative measures to keep in mind.
Ensure that you always follow the engine maintenance timetable as outlined by your boat engine manufacturer, ensure usage of the correct oil mix, and change your engine oil prior to winter storage. These tips may help to reduce the need of looking for a boat engine repair shop in Mississippi, or any other state.
But when breakdowns do happen unexpectedly, you may have to seek the services of a boat engine repair shop, no matter what prevention has taken place. Before agreeing to any potential work being done, ask for a written estimate; this is both for your protection and understanding, as well as that of the boat engine repair shop. Also, ask fellow boaters about the reputation and professionalism of the boat engine repair shop you’re considering.
When you become a Silver Member on Marinefuel.com, you can use Advanced Searching to filter the E-Marina™ database, and find facilities based on specific amenities, such as boat engine repairs in Mississippi (and the rest of the US & Caribbean).
Beyond marinas, below is a reference list of boat engine repair shops in Mississippi you may want to consider:
C & S Marine Inc., of Flowood (a suburb of Jackson), MS, has offered sales and boat engine repair shop services for the past 23 years. Locally owned and operated by Jerry Scott, the focus of C & S Marine has always been their customers. They are factory authorized to supply warranty service on Yamaha and Mercury Marine outboard engines but can provide boat engine repairs on all makes and models. C & S Marine is open 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday (closed Saturdays from September to January); telephone (601) 939-7788.
Midway Marine, located in Fulton (just outside Tupelo), MS, is locally owned and operated by Guy Conner. Dedicating to encouraging families to participate in boating, Midway Marine offers full sales and boat engine repairs including authorized warranty service for Mercury, Evinrude, Tahoe, Nitro, and Tracker (Mako). Their service department is open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday; telephone (662) 862-7711.
Ocean Marine Group, with two locations, Ocean Springs and Gulfport, offers factory-certified technicians ‘with over 100 years combined experience.’ They are factory authorized to service Mercury, Yamaha, and Honda outboard engines. Their hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.; telephone (228) 822-2633 in Gulfport or (228) 818-0200 in Ocean Springs.
Blue Water Marine Repair has been servicing the Gulfport area for over 49 years offering the only factory warranty service for Volvo Penta diesel engines in the area. They are a Rapid Response dealership providing after hour service for Volvo Penta warranty customers. Blue Water Marine Repair is open Monday to Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; telephone (727) 327-6512.
No doubt there are many more boat engine repair shops in Mississippi to choose from but it pays to take the time to investigate before having your boat engine repaired.
Sources:
MarineFuel.com
C & S Marine Inc.
Midway Marine
Ocean Marine Group
Blue Water Marine Repair
Tags: blue water marine repair, boat, c & s marine, e-marina, engine, gulf of mexico, mercury, mercury marine, midway marine, mississippi, oakatibee lake, ocean marine group, outboard engine, repair, shops, yamaha
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Wednesday, January 13th, 2010
Facts about Nissan Outboard Engines
Then
Nissan outboard engines were first manufactured in 1984 in North America as a subsidiary of Nissan Industrial Equipment located in Memphis, TN. The first Nissan outboard engine to be exhibited was in 1985 at the Bass Masters Classic held in Pine Bluff, AR. Nissan Marine became a separate company in 1991 and established their headquarters in Dallas, TX; however, they still remain as a subsidiary of the Nissan Motor Company.
Now
Nissan outboard engines are manufactured in Tokyo, Japan, by the Tohatsu Corporation – the world’s second largest manufacturer of outboard engines. Tohatsu also produces some Mercury and Honda outboard engines. The Nissan Motor Company had a revenue income of USD $93 billion in 2008.
Makes & Models
Nissan Marine produces a selection of outboard engines ranging from 2.5 HP up to 115 HP and ranging in manufacturer’s suggested retail pricing from USD $1,054 to $11,354; these outboard engines include two-stroke and four-stroke models. One of Nissan Marine’s most popular outboard motors is the award winning TDLI (Two-stroke, Low Pressure, Direct Injection) series featuring a “direct fuel injection system and a 32-bit ECU (Engine Control Unit).” The TDLI outboard engines series are compact, fuel efficient, and produce low emissions in accordance with EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) and CARB (California Air Resources Board) standards. All Nissan Marine outboard engines come with a 3 year limited warranty program.
Parts & Manuals
Nissan Marine outboard engine owner’s manuals can be viewed, free of charge, at the Nissan Marine website. Nissan Marine parts and service manuals for two-stroke, four-stroke, and TDLI models can be ordered from your local Nissan Marine dealer. Basic outboard engine repair manuals can be purchased through Amazon.com.
If you’d like to ask a Nissan Marine outboard engine question sooner than waiting for a manual to arrive, try the Just Answer website. For a fee ranging from $14 to $34, you can ask a Just Answer expert about a Nissan Marine outboard motor and receive an answer within minutes from a certified marine mechanic. You can also browse previous Nissan Marine questions and answers free of charge.
News for 2010
The latest products introduced into the Nissan Marine outboard engine line-up include the new 6 HP four-Sail Pro cited as “the smallest four-stroke 25-inch shaft outboard motor available,”; new 15 and 20 HP Power Tilt motors; and the new 9.8 Power Tilt engine.
Dealer Locator
With 50 dealerships across North America, Nissan Marine dealers can easily be located by using the ‘dealer locator’ feature on the Nissan Marine website.
Owner’s Groups & Clubs
There are several online forums dedicated to Nissan Marine outboard engine owners including one at Marine Engine and another at iboats.com; there is also a Tohatsu outboard engine forum on Stripers Online, at iboats.com, and a Nissan Marine owner’s group on Yahoo.
Sources:
Wikipedia
Nissan Marine
Marine Engine
Iboats.com
Stripers Online
Yahoo Groups
Tags: boat, boats, carb, economy, emission, engine, engines, EPA, four-st, fuel, motor, motors, nissan, outboard, tdli, tohatsu, two-stroke
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Monday, December 28th, 2009
December 28, 2009
By Connie Motz, MarineFuel.com
Then
In 1931, the first British Seagull outboard engine produced was a twin-cylinder 10 HP known as the Marston Seagull; this British built outboard engine featured innovative concepts including a water-cooled exhaust and a reverse gear. In 1938, the chief developer and the designer of the Marston Seagull purchased the patent and manufacturing rights for the engine and began the Bristol Motor Company. Cited as “the best outboard motor in the world,” the Marston Seagull name was changed to become the British Seagull outboard engine. As of 1996, British Seagull outboard engines are no longer manufactured.
Now
Although British Seagull outboard engines are no longer produced, parts are still being manufactured and supplied by British Seagull through Sheridan Marine located in Oxfordshire, England.
Customer Satisfaction
During the 65 year production run of classic British Seagull outboard engines, over 2.5 million outboard motors were produced, many of which are still in service today. British Seagull outboards have a dedicated following of fans who love the reliability and performance of these traditional engines.
The Facts about British Seagull Outboard Engines
Makes & Models
During its run, the British Seagull outboard engine was produced in approximately 78 different models including: a 2 HP known as a 2 HP Seagull, a Featherweight, a Forty-Minus, or a Model 45 featuring a Mk3 ignition; a 3 HP Seagull also known as a Forty-Plus – this 3HP category also included a Model 60 with Mk3 ignition, a Forty-Plus with a clutch, and a Model 55; 4 to 4.5 HP engine series including the Century 100, Century Plus fixed drive, and Century Plus clutch; and a 5 to 5.5 HP series which included the Silver Century, Silver Century with Clutch (plus clutch model 75), Silver Century Plus clutch, Silver Century Plus clutch (models 80, 100, & 90). British Seagull outboard engine Model 102 was primarily produced from the 1940’s to the 1950’s with some Model 102 engines produced until 1973. British Seagull also produced Model 170, Model 125, Queens Belfast (QB), Curlew, Kingfisher, and Osprey outboard engine models.
Parts & Manuals
British Seagull outboard engine owner’s, service, and parts manuals are available directly from the British Seagull (Sheridan Marine) website. Once you’ve identified your engine lettering and number, original British Seagull spare parts can be ordered from British Seagull by fax, telephone, email or snail-mail. There are also two British Seagull repair handbooks written by David Sales available on Amazon.com.
If you’d like to ask a British Seagull outboard engine question sooner than waiting for a manual to arrive, try the Just Answer website. For a fee ranging from $14 to $34, you can ask a Just Answer expert about a British Seagull outboard motor and receive an answer within minutes from a certified marine mechanic. You can also browse previous British Seagull questions and answers free of charge.
Owner’s Clubs and Groups
There are several online forums dedicated to British Seagull outboard engine owners including Saving Old Seagulls (SOS), Seagull Restoration, Lagerholm, and Seagull Parts. There is also a British Seagull owner’s group on Yahoo.
Sources:
Flickr.com Photo Credit – Outboard Engines by Elsie Esq.
Wikipedia
British Seagull
Sheridan Marine
Just Answer
Saving Old Seagulls
Seagull Restoration
Lagerholm
Seagull Parts
Yahoo Group
Tags: boat, british, british seagull, engine, engines, manufacturer, marston, model, motor, motors, outboard, owners, parts, repair, restoration, seagull, service, sheridan marine
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Monday, December 28th, 2009
The Facts about Gull Outboard Engines
December 28, 2009
By Connie Motz, MarineFuel.com
Then
Gull Outboard Motor Manufacturing Limited was a Hong Kong based manufacturer, wholesaler, and distributor, of small outboard engines ranging from 1.5 to 3.5 HP. The Gull Outboard company is no longer in business and so the history of the company remains vague.
Now
The official Gull Outboard engine website is currently not available; the response received is “this webpage is parked free courtesy of GoDaddy.com.” After conducting a search on Archive.org, the last active page archived was dated July 3, 2008.
Customer Satisfaction
There are six ‘Reviews and Guides’ for Gull Outboard engines listed on eBay Canada; these comments include:
- “My advice is to stay far away from this product. These motors are advertised to come with a warranty. When you attempt to make contact with the company regarding warranty service, you will not be able to find anyone to assist you.” – cando1072
- “engine quit after 5 minutes of use ! Spent $85 for a check up in a marine store , did the same thing during the 2nd use plus the stop button is broken now. Spent a lot of time try to fix it, not worth a penny…” – jetmiror
- “DO NOT BUY ONE – they are rubbish and any guarantee is worthless. Mine has never worked and they refuse to do anything about it. STAY WELL AWAY!” – megaboop
- “Just Junk – don’t consider buying one – I agree with everything that has been said in the other guides – I wasted my money – don’t waste yours.” – crazylimee
- “I, too, unfortunately purchased a 2.5 Gull Outboard Motor. Everything other writers have said is true, but the biggest fool was me. I should have checked before buying, which I did not do. The biggest problem was starting the motor…” – 5671william
Makes & Models
Promising “durability, easy maintenance, and reliability at the world’s lowest price,” the latest Gull Outboard engines to be offered in 2008 ranged from 2 to 3.5 HP; they ranged in price from USD $399 to $549 with free global shipping. The 2 HP Gull Outboard motor was a lightweight engine built for an inflatable or small boat; it featured a compact design with an inside fuel tank, and weighed in at only 20 pounds. The Gull Outboard 2.5 HP engine offered the same features as the 2 HP model but weighed in at only 18 pounds; the 3.5 HP GULL Outboard engine was “rated best for weight to horsepower ratio.” It is unclear as to whether Gull Outboard engines may still be purchased directly from the manufacturer in Hong Kong as ‘dealers and distributors wanted worldwide’ advertisements still appear to be live on the internet.
Parts & Manuals
According to the Gull Outboard engine archived website, “if you should ever have a need, Gull Outboards offer all outboard parts at a fraction of the cost of other marine outboard motor manufacturer’s pricing.” Manuals for Gull Outboard motors are available online through the Internet Archive Wayback Machine.
Owner’s Clubs & Groups
There are a few online forums dedicated to Gull Outboard engine owners including Practical Boating, Marine Engine, and Fishing-Forum.
Sources:
GoDaddy.com
Internet Archive.Org
eBay.ca
HiMFR
Practical Boating
Marine Engine
Fishing-Forum
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Monday, December 28th, 2009
Then
Founded in 1908 in Milwaukee, WI, by inventor Stephen Briggs and investor Harold Stratton,
Briggs & Stratton first produced automobiles and then advanced into producing automobile parts. In 1928, Briggs & Stratton purchased the Evinrude Outboard Motor Company and subsequently sold it within a year. The company went on to manufacture engines for military and agricultural sectors; in 1953, Briggs & Stratton developed the ‘world’s first lightweight aluminum engine.’
Now
At just over 100 years old, Briggs & Stratton manufactures garden and power equipment; generators; pressure washers; air compressors; water pumps; snow blowers; and outboard engines. Briggs & Stratton is the “world’s largest producer of gasoline engines for outdoor power equipment,” with a total production of over 11 million engines annually. The current headquarters of Briggs & Stratton are located in Wauwatosa, WI, with international offices in China, Dubai (United Arab Emirates), Czech Republic, and Switzerland.
Briggs and Stratton Outboard Engines
Customer Satisfaction
Briggs & Stratton provides a two-year limited warranty on their outboard engines; servicing is available at 30,000 Briggs & Stratton dealers located worldwide.
Environmental Commitment
As part of their ongoing commitment to environmental responsibility, Briggs & Stratton is an avid recycler of materials and continually strives to improve technology to reduce their global footprint through their Down to Earth program.
Makes & Models
Briggs & Stratton produces four outboard engine options including a 3 HP Etek Electric Motor featuring 75 pounds cruising thrust with 150 maximum thrust and an overall weight of 68 pounds; and a 5 HP 4-cycle overhead valve (OHV) Air-Cooled 189cc outboard with 4000 RPM weighing in at 56 pounds overall. All Briggs & Stratton outboard engines feature Magnetron Electronic Ignition, forward-neutral-reverse shifting, and a lightweight corrosive resistant 3-blade aluminum propeller.
Parts & Manuals
Parts, repair, and owner’s manuals can be ordered directly through the Briggs & Stratton website or through your local Briggs & Stratton dealer; outboard engine parts can be purchased through the online Briggs & Stratton Shopping service. Basic outboard engine repair manuals can be purchased through Amazon.com.
If you’d like to ask a Briggs & Stratton outboard engine question sooner than waiting for a manual to arrive, try the Just Answer website. For a fee ranging from $14 to $34, you can ask a Just Answer expert about a Briggs & Stratton outboard motor and receive an answer within minutes from a certified marine mechanic. You can also browse previous Briggs & Stratton questions and answers free of charge.
Dealer Locator
Briggs & Stratton dealers can easily be located by using the ‘find a dealer’ feature found on the Briggs & Stratton website. Briggs & Stratton outboard engines can be purchased directly through a dealer or at retail stores including Cabela’s, Bass Pro Shop, Gander Mountain, Academy Sports, and Sportman’s Warehouse.
Owner’s Groups & Clubs
There are several online forums dedicated to Briggs & Stratton outboard engine owners including iboats.com, Cabela’s, and BoatDesign.net.
Sources:
Wikipedia
Briggs & Stratton
Funding Universe
Just Answer
Iboats.com
Cabela’s
Boat Design
Tags: 4-cycle, aluminum, bass pro shop, briggs, cabela's, electric, engine, engines, equipment, garden, gas, HP, manuals, motor, motors, outboard, parts, power, repair, service, sportsman's warehouse, stratton
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Tuesday, December 22nd, 2009
Then
Johnson Outboard engines were originally manufactured by the Johnson Brothers Motor Company located in Terre Haute, IN. In 1935, the company went bankrupt and was purchased by the Outboard Motors Corporation owned by the Evinrude family. The company produced a wide array of both Johnson and Evinrude outboard engines. Years later the company changed its name to the Outboard Marine Corporation (OMC) and was later acquired by Bombardier Recreational Products.
The Facts about Johnson Outboard Engines
Now
Johnson Outboard engines are no longer produced as Bombardier Recreational Products moved all of its marine engine production over to Evinrude Outboard Motors brand. Bombardier Recreational Products continues to uphold the Johnson outboard engine line by supplying parts and servicing.
Makes & Models
The last series of Johnson outboard motors were produced from 2004 to 2007; these engines included a two-stroke series ranging from 3.5 to 175 HP and a four-stroke series ranging up to 225 HP. Until 2006, Suzuki was the drive manufacturer for all Johnson four-stroke outboard motors.
Decoding Johnson Outboard Engine Serial Numbers
Johnson outboard motors built prior to 1980 do not have a consistent model numbering system. Marine Engine provides a list of model numbers dating from 1928 to 1979 referenced by engine HP. Johnson outboard engines built from 1980 to 2007 feature a standard number code that can be easily identified.
Parts & Manuals
Johnson outboard motor parts and manuals can be ordered directly from your local Evinrude dealer. The Bombardier Recreational Products – Johnson website also provides access to operator’s manuals online for 2004 to 2007 Johnson outboard engines. Repair manuals can also be purchased through Amazon.com and through the Ken Cook Co. website.
If you’d like to ask a Johnson outboard engine question sooner than waiting for a manual to arrive, try the Just Answer website. For a fee ranging from $14 to $34, you can ask a Just Answer expert about a Johnson outboard motor and receive an answer within minutes from a certified marine mechanic. You can also browse previous Johnson questions and answers free of charge.
Dealer Locator
Johnson/Evinrude dealers can easily be located by using the ‘dealer locator’ feature on the Bombardier Recreational Products – Johnson website.
Owner’s Groups & Clubs
The Antique Outboard Motor Club is dedicated to preserving and restoring antique outboards including many Johnson outboard engines. There are several online forums for Johnson outboard motors including Marine Engine, iboats.com, and the Johnson Outboard Forum; there is also a Johnson outboard motors group on Yahoo.
Sources:
Wikipedia
Encyclopedia of Chicago History
Bombardier Recreational Products – Johnson
Ken Cook Co.
The Antique Outboard Motor Club, Inc.
Marine Engine
Iboats.com
Johnson Outboard Forum
Yahoo Groups
Tags: bombardier, dealer, egines, engine, evinrude, four-, four-stroke, HP, johnson, manuals, manufacturer, model, models, motor, motors, outboard, parts, repair, serial number, service, two-stroke
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Monday, December 21st, 2009
When it’s time to go fishing for a new boat engine, choosing the right engine for your boat may be more important that you think - and using the right
marine fuel is equally important . To make the most of your search when you go boat engine shopping, it may be a good idea to take advantage of the tips offered by
Discover Boating.
Discover Boating offers advice on ‘Choosing the Right Engine Package.’ It’s best to do your homework and evaluate options according to the size of engine you require in accordance with your fuel delivery system.
Go Boat Engine Shopping with Online Research
Choosing the proper engine for your boat is important. If your engine doesn’t generate enough propulsion power, it will continuously provide a weak performance; however, if your engine generates too much power, you could be in danger of exceeding safe speed limits as outlined by the boat manufacturer.
According to Discover Boating, boat engines fall into these five categories:
1) 2-stroke or 4-stroke outboard motor – ranges from 1 to 350 horsepower (HP); designed for use in all water types; provides good fuel economy; runs approximately 1,500 hours before requiring servicing; available brands for purchase include Nissan, Yamaha, Mercury, and Evinrude.
2) Diesel inboard motor – ranges from 25 to 715 HP; does not produce carbon monoxide gas; inexpensive to run with a life span of approximately 40 years; available brands for purchase include Yanmar, Cummins, Mercruiser, Westerbeke, and Volvo Penta.
3) Gasoline inboard motor – ranges from 90 to 1,000 HP; quiet with low maintenance required; has minimal running cost; available brands for purchase include Marine Power, Mercury Racing, and Indmar.
4) Jet Boat & Propulsion engines – water powered with no propeller; not able to steer when power is not applied; cannot be operated in shallow water; available brands for sale include Honda, Yamaha, Mercury, and Mercruiser.
5) Stern Drive – (also known as inboard/outboard) the engine remains inside the boat while the propulsion drive is located outside; easy to steer in forward or reverse; low maintenance; available brands include Mercruiser, Ilmor, and Volvo Penta.
The appropriate engine for your boat should be determined in part by the size and weight of your boat, which includes fuel capacity, the number of passengers to be carried, along with the weight of any gear stored onboard. According to Discover Boating, when determining your required horsepower, “a good rule of thumb is to come as close as possible to the maximum horsepower that your boat is rated for.”
The last choice to make before you go find a boat engine involves the fuel delivery systems. According to Discover Boating, marine fuel systems consist of three types:
1) Direct Fuel Injection – provides great fuel economy; has low emissions with smooth idling
2) Electronic Fuel Injection – allows for great fuel economy; low emissions, plus quick throttle response and power
3) Carbureted Fuel system – low cost, not as good fuel economy as electronic or direct fuel injection; higher emissions
When you go shopping for a new boat engine, evaluating your options for both price and performance may help get your choice a little closer to the net.
Sources:
Discover Boating
Boat Safe
Tags: boat, cabureted, delivery, diesel, direct, electronic, emissions, engine, fishing, fuel, fuel economy, go, horsepower, motor, new, outboard, performance, power, size, stern drive, system, weight
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Monday, December 21st, 2009
Then
Mercury Marine has been manufacturing the Mercury outboard engine since 1939. During World War II, Mercury Marine became the world’s largest producer of chainsaws. In the 1950’s, the company became involved in the National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR); in 1961, Mercury Marine amalgamated with Brunswick Corporation of Lake Forest, IL.
Now
With over 6,200 employees worldwide, Mercury Marine is the foremost manufacturer of leisure marine propulsions engines with a reported USD $2.3 billion in sales. Mercury Marine produces an array of consumer brands such as Mariner and the Mercury outboard engine line; MerCruiser engines plus inboard packages and SeaCore sterndrives; Mercury inflatables; Mercury propellers; Quicksilver and Mercury parts and oil; and Mercury Smartcraft electronics.
Mercury Outboard Engine Facts
Customer Satisfaction
According to the 2009 Marine Engine Competitive Study produced by J.D. Powers and Associates, Mercury Marine ranked third in the Outboard Direct Injection (DI) two-stroke category as well as fourth in the Outboard Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) four-stroke category. Mercury Marine received 886 out of a possible 1,000 points and 878 out of a possible 1,000 points, respectively.
Did you know you can shop compare local dock prices online to find your preferred marine fuel?
Makes & Models
Mercury Marine currently manufactures three series of the Mercury outboard engine – Verado, OptiMax, and FourStrokes – ranging from 20-300 HP, all featuring the durability and reliability that a Mercury outboard engine can provide. MerCruiser is a line of 135 to 430 HP engines plus over twenty distinct stern drive systems; MerCruiser also produces a series of inboard engines including an 8.2 High Output (HO) model; Horizon 8.2; 8.1 HO; Horizon 8.1; Horizon 6.2; 6.2 Multiport Injection (MPI); Horizon 5.7; 5.7 MPI; and a 5.7 Turn Key Starting (TKS) model. Mercury outboard engines of 30 HP and less are manufactured in Japan by Tohatsu; engines over 100 HP are manufactured at the Mercury Marine plant in Fond du Lac, WI.
Parts & Manuals
Mercury Marine outboard engine parts, service, and owner’s manuals can be ordered directly from your local Mercury Marine dealer; parts can also be ordered through your dealer or online with Mercury Parts Express. Repair manuals can also be purchased through Amazon.com. Mercury Remanufacturing offers Mercury Marine remanufactured parts, engines, powerheads, accessories, and factory certified pre-owned engines.
If you’d like to ask a Mercury Marine outboard engine question sooner than waiting for a manual to arrive, try the Just Answer website. For a fee ranging from $14 to $34, you can ask a Just Answer expert about a Mercury Marine outboard motor and receive an answer within minutes from a certified marine mechanic. You can also browse previous Mercury Marine questions and answers free of charge.
New for 2010
Mercury Marine is scheduled to participate in eleven boat shows throughout the U.S. and Canada in the first three months of 2010 where its new products will be showcased.
Dealer Locator
Mercury Marine dealers can easily be located by using the ‘find a dealer’ feature on the Mercury Marine website.
Owner’s Groups & Clubs
There are several online forums dedicated to Mercury Marine outboard engine owners including The Next Bite, Mercury Parts US and at iboats.com. There is also a Mercury Marine owner’s group on Yahoo.
Sources:
Wikipedia
Mercury Marine
J.D. Power and Associates
Mercury Remanufacturing
The Next Bite
Mercury Parts US
Iboats.com
Tags: boat show, chainshaw, dealer, EFI, engine, engines, fond du lac, four-stroke, fourstrokes, ho, HP, inboard, manuals, manufacturer, marine, marine engine manufacturer, mariner, mercruiser, mercury, motor, motors, nascar, optimax, outboard, parts, propellors, quicksilver, stern drive, sterndrive, tohatsu, two-stroke, verado
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Monday, December 21st, 2009
Then
Established in 1948, the Honda Motor Company primarily manufactured automobiles and motorcycles. Over forty years ago
Honda presented America with its first four-stroke outboard motor.
The Facts about Honda Outboard Engines
Now
The Honda Motor Company is the world’s largest manufacturer of engines and motorcycles. Honda also produces power generators, garden equipment, marine engines, and personal watercraft, to only name a few.
Customer Satisfaction
According to the 2009 Marine Engine Competitive Study produced by J.D. Power and Associates, Honda ranked first in the outboard electronic fuel injection (EFI) four-stroke category with 908 out of a possible 1,000 points. Honda was also awarded a ‘Best in Customer Satisfaction’ award for the last two consecutive years by both J.D. Power and Associates and the National Marine Manufacturers’ Association.
Did you know you can shop and compare local dock prices online to find your preferred marine fuel at the best price? And, it’s FREE!
Makes & Models
Honda Marine produces a number of outboard engines including a portable series ranging from 2 to 20 HP; larger engines ranging from 115 to 225 HP; electronic fuel injection (EFI) series ranging from 25 to 90 HP; and a Jet Drive series ranging from 35 to 105 HP. Several years ago, some of the Honda three-cylinder power heads were fixed onto Mercury Marine drive legs and propellers.
Parts & Manuals
Honda Marine owner’s manuals are available to view in PDF format on the Honda Marine website. Parts and parts manuals for Honda outboard engines can be ordered directly from your Honda Marine dealer. Service manuals can be purchased on the Honda Marine website through Helm Incorporated. Repair manuals for Honda outboard motors can also be purchased online through Amazon.com.
If you’d like to ask a Honda Marine outboard engine question sooner than waiting for a manual to arrive, try the Just Answer website. For a fee ranging from $14 to $34, you can ask a Just Answer expert about a Honda Marine outboard motor and receive an answer within minutes from a certified marine mechanic. You can also browse previous Honda Marine questions and answers free of charge.
New for 2010
Honda Marine has introduced their new BF40 and BF50 EFI outboard engines featuring quiet operation; fuel efficiency; their exclusive Boosted Low Speed Torque (BLAST) system; a new ‘high-performance gear case’; all at a lightweight 214 pounds. Until February 15, 2010, Honda Marine is offering ‘the sweetest deal on the water’ with 4.99% annual percentage rate (APR) financing on all new Honda Marine outboard engines.
Dealer Locator
Honda Marine dealers can easily be located by using the ‘find a dealer’ feature on the Owner’s page of the Honda Marine website.
Owner’s Groups & Clubs
There are several online forums dedicated to Honda Marine outboard engine owners including Marine Engine, The Unofficial Honda Forum, Honda Parts US, and iboats.com.
Sources:
Flickr.com Photo by Charlie Brewer
Wikipedia
Honda Marine
J.D. Power and Associates
National Marine Manufacturers Association
Marine Engine
The Unofficial Honda Forum
Iboats.com
Honda Parts US
Tags: automobile, bf40, bf50, EFI, engine, engines, forum, four-stroke, honda, HP, jet drive, marine, motor, motorcycles, outboard, owner's manual, owners, parts, personal, portables, repair, service, two-stroke, watercraft
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Monday, December 21st, 2009
Discover the New Generation Suzuki DF60 Outboard Engine
Unveiled at the Premier Shipping & Packing (PSP) Southampton Boat Show in September 2009, the new generation Suzuki DF60 four-stroke outboard engine will be produced for sale in early 2010. Featuring an updated lightweight and compact style (claimed to be “the lightest and most efficient in its class”), the Suzuki DF60 outboard is a 3-cylinder dual overhead cam engine.
The new Suzuki DF60 replaces the current 4-cylinder single overhead cam model that was introduced in 1998; this older model featured a 1298cc engine weighing in at 395 pounds. In comparison, the new DF60 engine is 941cc with a weight of only 229 pounds, making the new Suzuki DF60 42% lighter than its older version. The new DF60 is also lighter than the Honda BF60 and the Evinrude E-Tec 60, making it the lightest outboard engine in the 60 HP category.
A newly designed oil pump and one less cylinder helps the new Suzuki DF60 to create less internal drag. This, along with Suzuki’s Lean Burn Control System (which allows the engine to operate on a thinner mixture of fuel), makes the new DF60 model capable of traveling further with the same amount of fuel resulting in significant cost savings. During slow speed trolling, the new Suzuki DF60 outboard engine uses a reported 40% less fuel; during mid-range cruising, 45% less; and at high-speed cruising, 20% less fuel consumption.
The innovative Suzuki DF60 also features: a maintenance free self-adjusting timing chain – the first engine to do so in the 60 HP outboard motor class; multi-point electronic fuel injection; an Easy Start System which allows the engine to start with a quick key turn; a newly designed tilt limiting system that helps to reduce potential engine damage when tilting the motor; a new larger capacity 12V 19 amp alternator as compared to a 25 amp alternator on the original DF60; with an operating range of 5,300 – 6,300 RPM.
As Head of the Suzuki Motor Corporation’s European Marketing Group, Masahiro Yamamoto stated that Suzuki “is confident that the performance of this new outboard motor will impress boaters and that its success will keep us (Suzuki) on track to become the number one four-stroke brand in Europe.”
The new Suzuki DF60 meets the 2010 Exhaust Emission Standards as outlined by the United States Environmental Protection Agency as well as the European Parliament & Council’s EURO Emission Standards. The Suzuki DF60 outboard engine received a three-star California Air Resource Board (CARB) rating from the California Environmental Protection Agency.
According to the 2009 Marine Engine Competitive Study produced by J.D. Powers and Associates, Suzuki ranked third in customer satisfaction in the outboard EFI four-stroke engine manufacturer category receiving 895 out of a possible 1,000 points. The retail price of the new Suzuki DF60 outboard motor is approximately USD $8,472; visit the Suzuki Marine website to locate a dealer near you.
Sources:
Suzuki Marine UK
Suzuki Marine
Suzuki Marine Canada
Boats.com
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