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Brief notes on Speed and Power of Mariner Outboard Motors

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Due to the rising number of boat enthusiasts, the demand for mariner outboard motors is increasing these days. For quite some years American manufacturers like Chrysler, Mercury, and Johnson dominated this industry; until Honda and Suzuki came into the picture. Today, the fierce competitor in this segment has resulted in new technologies being introduced rapidly. You will see that there are multiple options available when you start looking for outboard motors. You have to acknowledge the fact that your boat will not get far without the use of these motors. Some people tend to opt for used outboard engines. However, buying a new one is always a safe bet. No doubt that you will be able to get a good bargain on the used outboard motor engines, however, there is a risk factor involved in it. You will be paying more initially to buy brand new mariner outboard motors but then at least you know that it is coming with a guarantee or a warranty. Needless to say, comparison shopping is just befo...

How to buy used outboard motors

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Used Outboards - Are you looking at buying a used outboard motor? If you are looking at buying a used outboard you should consider all of the options available to you. Some questions you should be asking firstly yourself like what the outboard motor is used for, how many hours, how much I can spend on maintenance work, etc. Each outboard motor manufacturer produces a very different outboard from the last. Some of these outboards suit different applications. For example, if you are looking at doing a lot of trolling, then you could consider a four-stroke outboard. The issue with most two-stroke outboards is if you do a lot of trolling and idling, they can be very Smokey and have the issue of fouling spark plugs. If you are doing large hours with your outboard motor, then you will want an efficient outboard motor. A four-stroke outboard or a direct-injected two stroke, like a Mercury Optimax, Evinrude Etec, or Yamaha HPDI. When buying used outboards the cost is a huge factor. You n...

What Is the Importance of Outboard Motors?

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  Outboard motors are an essential part of any boat. You will find a wide range of these motors available in the market. These vary in sizes, shapes, purposes, styles, and power, thereby allowing the owners to identify the precise model and brand which will be suitable for their dinghy or cruise. While a majority of the boats have got features of a motor, only some can match the performance and power which is offered by Mercury Outboards, Suzuki Outboards, and Yamaha Outboards. You need to research every product that you are planning to buy. For the majority of the people, the solution to their boating shopping is found by looking at the conventional methods, i.e. store shopping. The best advantage of buying outdoor motors from conventional shops is that you can easily know about the pros and cons of each product. The salesperson who is attending to you will also assist you in figuring out which product is ideal for you. It is also recommended that before you purchase any outbo...

Things to consider on outboard motor power and speed

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When you decide to buy an outboard motor, there are so many outboard motor options available. Outboard motor is very important in a boat which impacts the performance of your boat. Some people prefer to buy an outboard motor which was already used by someone. Buying a new outboard motor for your boat is always the best option. If you buy a used outboard motor, you can bargain with the outboard motor seller to reduce its price. But there is always a risk involved in buying a used outboard motor. When you buy a new branded outboard motor, you will get guarantee or warranty for your outboard motor. Before you buy an outboard motor, the best thing you can do is to compare various outboard motor that are available. If you didn’t compare outboard motor before you purchase, then you will end up paying more for the motor that you purchased. In most of the cases the prices of same outboard motors vary from retailer and dealers. Another benefit of buying a new outboard engine is tha...

Rebuilt Powerhead – An inexpensive option than buying a new outboard powerhead

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Outboard is consists of three major sections which are a powerhead, the midsection, and the lower unit. Powerhead is the head part of an outboard engine and a collection of all the main parts that make up the combustion unit such as blocks, piston, heads, valves, fuel tank, speed control lever and some more. All these parts and other sections together form an engine that helps to move the boat forward in the water.  Powerheads are produced that last for long years. But constant working and salt water contact to the parts in the outboard unit can make in degrade the parts and also the working efficiency of the powerhead. And buying a new powerhead or outboard engine can take your money then you expected. But there is an option of renewing the old and workable outboard a second chance with the rebuilt powerhead service.  How to choose the Rebuilt Powerhead? Choosing a quality Rebuilt powerhead is a significant thing. The demand for Rebuilt powerhead is increa...