Yamaha Maintenance

Outboard Motor Sputtering: Causes, Fixes & Brand-Specific Tips

Outboard motor sputtering at idle, under acceleration, or at full throttle? Diagnose the real cause – fuel, ignition, air, or (...)

Ailén Lemos | June 11, 2026

Mercury Outboard Won’t Start: 9 Causes and How to Fix Them

Mercury outboard won’t start? Diagnose and fix the 9 most common causes – from dead batteries and bad fuel to (...)

Ailén Lemos | June 9, 2026

Yamaha 4-Stroke Outboard 300-Hour Service: What Gets Replaced and Why

The 300-hour service is the most significant maintenance milestone for your Yamaha 4-stroke. Here's exactly what changes at this interval, (...)

Ailén Lemos | June 2, 2026

Outboard Engine Service Milestones: What Changes at 300, 500, and 1,000 Hours

Your outboard's service schedule escalates over time. Here's what gets added at each major milestone from 100 hours through the (...)

Ailén Lemos | May 28, 2026

The Outboard Owner's Guide to Proper Engine Flushing — and How Flushmaster Makes It Easier

Learn why flushing your outboard after every trip protects your engine — and how theFlushmaster automated system makes proper flushing (...)

Ailén Lemos | May 22, 2026

Oil Selection Guide for Outboard Engines: Synthetic vs. Conventional

Not sure whether to use synthetic or conventional outboard oil? This guide breaks down the real differences, what OEM brands (...)

Ailén Lemos | May 14, 2026

Suzuki Outboard Overheating: Step-by-Step Diagnostic Guide

Learn how to diagnose and fix a Suzuki outboard that is overheating. This step-by-step guide covers the most common causes (...)

Ailén Lemos | May 12, 2026

Best Propellers for Different Boat Types: The Complete Buyer's Guide

The best propeller for your boat depends on your hull type, engine, and primary use – but the universal starting (...)

Ailén Lemos | May 8, 2026