Emergency Spares

[neilmw]

Have a 3.7l/165hp mercruiser, wondering if there any spares in particular I should carry on the boat at all times, i.e belts etc.<br />Also i take it that plugs leads etc can only be purchased through mercury?

 

[tommays]

Re: Emergency Spares

since allmost anything can break regular good care at the dock is the best thing you can do<br />i keep a belt cap and rotar carb filter and some hand tools a multimeter and of corse a spare prop and duck tape <br /><br />tommays

 

[Catchem]

Re: Emergency Spares

NeilMW,Good tool box is essential to start.Amazing how many people go out on the water without one.Spare prop is another must.Extra fan belt,plugs,tie wraps,duct tape,fuel filters,flashlight,flares etc.Basicaly anything you think you might need.And oh yes a safety kit too.I bought myself one of those cheap $10:00 walmart plastic tool boxes and am able to put everything I need right in it.Slide under the seat out of the way and your prepared for just about anything.Has saved me quite a few time from being towed in with the use of simple tools and parts.Hope this helps .....and oh yes you don't need the kitchen sink.LoL

 

[qystan]

Re: Emergency Spares

I've got quite a bit on board.<br /><br />1. Oil filter<br />2. Fuel filter<br />3. Ignition coil<br />4. Rotor cap & rotor<br />5. Plugs<br />6. Spare prop, wrench, nut & lockwasher<br />7. Some electrical wires & splices<br />8. Pump & alternator belts<br />9. Hose clips various sizes<br />10. 1 meter length of 4 inch hose <br />11. Spare bulbs & fuses

 

[Catchem]

Re: Emergency Spares

Qystan,I have the same as you and quite a bit more.Not a problem storing and definately makes you feel better knowing your prepared for "just" about anything.

 

[JustMrWill]

Re: Emergency Spares

I recently added to my emergency list a portable BBQ grill and 2 small propane tanks...if I am gonna get stuck out on the water...might as well make an "outing" of it while I wait for help to arrive.<br /><br />-JMW

 

[neilmw]

Re: Emergency Spares

many thanks for your suggetions, will now buy a bigger boat!

 

[cmyers_uk]

Re: Emergency Spares

Whilst repairing the engine I found the need for a first aid box so now ive got spares and first aid stuff.

 

[steve n carol]

Re: Emergency Spares

Good to throw in an extra bildge pump w/ hose or tubing, and a roll of TP in a ziploc bag! (in caseyour engine takes a dump), and matches, ( in case your boat takes a dump) ..sl