Maintenance Question

[nomi840]

I recently bought a boat and since I did not know when was the last time the owner performed any maintenance ... this is what I plan to do:

I know there must be tons of maintenance topics out there but I am looking for some specific answers for my OMC setup because information seems to be so hard to find.

The boat has a 1989 OMC 4.3 L V6 (Model # 432APRMED) and OMC Outdrive (Model # 985269)

1. Change Spark Plugs
2. Change Ignition Cables
3. Change distributor cap and rotor
4. Change engine oil & filter
5. Change fuel filter
6. Change outdrive water pump
7. Check idle timing
8. Clean and wax the boat

Can you think of anything else I should check for, change or do?

Second question I have is where do you buy all your parts (i.e. the oil anf fuel filters, the oil and plugs, wires)?

Third question is...I believe I need SAE 30 engine oil ...is this correct? What oil should I use for the outdrive?

 

[Bondo]

Re: Maintenance Question

Second question I have is where do you buy all your parts (i.e. the oil anf fuel filters, the oil and plugs, wires)?

Ayuh,... Right at the top of this page,... Click on the OMC parts links....

30W oil will work Just Fine....
A Syn-oil in 75W/90 is great for your outdrive,... I use Mobil 1...

 

[starsnstripers]

Re: Maintenance Question

1st thing would be the correct Manual. Covers all that stuff specifically.

 

[JustJason]

Re: Maintenance Question

2nd thing would be to change the drive lube first. Open it up and see if there's actually any oil in it first.

 

[starsnstripers]

Re: Maintenance Question

I believe thats the Cobra drive? Either way, I'd replace the waterpump impeller without question.

 

[achris]

Re: Maintenance Question

I believe thats the Cobra drive? Either way, I'd replace the waterpump impeller without question.

I'd keep the impeller and change the drive