Beginner

[shihtzudriver]

I'm new to boating. I have a 25 foot pontoon with a 70 hp Johnson. They are both 99 models bought new. What do I need to do to maintain this motor for saltwater use. I get to go out about 1/month. Thank you.

 

[JB]

Re: Beginner

Moving to General Outboard

 

[JB]

Re: Beginner

Hi, Driver.<br /><br />Welcome to the best help site in the universe.<br /><br />Your question is far too general to answer in a single post.<br /><br />I can suggest two things:<br /><br />1. Get a Repair Manual for your engine. The aftermarket manuals sold here: http://www.boatmotors.com/manuals.html are more oriented toward the backyard wrench, though the OEM manuals give more detail and are oriented to the pro.<br /><br />2. There are over 100,000 posts in the iboats archives. Many of them address subjects you may find of interest. Do some browsing here.<br /><br />Good luck.

 

[rickdb1boat]

Re: Beginner

The best thing I can suggest is to flush the motors with fresh water after each use if possible.

 

[sloopy]

Re: Beginner

Tilt it up out of the water and flush it fresh water through it every time it is out of the water. ALso replace the impellor every year.