andrew399 Posted September 15, 2010 Share Posted September 15, 2010 Ok so basically im a massive tight arse (student) and dont want to spend money where I dont have to so I want to service my engine myself. I had a proper service done at the about November last year and have probably only put about 30 hours on it since then. Is it time i did a bit of maintenance before summer or is it right for a while longer? If its time for me to have a crack what should I focus on? Im not a mechanical genius but im not that bad i do most of the work on my hilux my self but I have never touched an outboard. Is it time to change the sparkplugs already? Iv heard there are some grease nipples somewhere, where are they and is it time to give them a hit? Is normal lithium based grease ok or should i go the marine outboard grease? Do any fluids need replacing etc? Maybe its worth me getting a service manual from somewhere, or is everything pretty straight forward? Thanks for any tips, by the way its a 2002 50hp yamaha. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 15, 2010 Share Posted September 15, 2010 Gdayyyyyyyy Dicko, I feel your pain about the lack of funds The problem with do it yourself work is you may miss something that is minor now and if missed may end up costing you a lot more than just a minor service. If you are not 100% sure of what you are doing take it to Huey and have peace of mind as it is just not worth the mess you will get into later IMHO. Cheers Stewy. PS I am hopeless when it comes to doing mechanical stuff and need an expert in everything from boats and cars to fishing reel maintenance Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andrew399 Posted September 16, 2010 Author Share Posted September 16, 2010 I understand completely where you are coming from Swordy, and I highly reccommend Huey to anyone that needs anything done to their boat. I have taken my boat there a number of times for repairs etc and can not praise them enough. But when it comes to a simple service which costs around $400, much of it in labour, I can probably save about $300 by doing it myself which I can put towards sounders, gear or whatever, and Im asuming, as with cars, you would be able to see any major problems through leaks, cloudy oils etc etc at which point I would take it to Huey. Im really just after a bit of a checklist for DIY service than a how to guide... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 16, 2010 Share Posted September 16, 2010 I understand completely where you are coming from Swordy, and I highly reccommend Huey to anyone that needs anything done to their boat. I have taken my boat there a number of times for repairs etc and can not praise them enough. But when it comes to a simple service which costs around $400, much of it in labour, I can probably save about $300 by doing it myself which I can put towards sounders, gear or whatever, and Im asuming, as with cars, you would be able to see any major problems through leaks, cloudy oils etc etc at which point I would take it to Huey. Im really just after a bit of a checklist for DIY service than a how to guide... Understand completely Dicko, I hope that some of the more mechanically minded raiders will get your list up and running. Cheers Stewy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gym_ Posted September 16, 2010 Share Posted September 16, 2010 (edited) Understand completely Dicko, I hope that some of the more mechanically minded raiders will get your list up and running. Cheers Stewy Oww are my ears burring ? Ok this if for a 2 stroke .. if yours is a 4 stoke sorry i cant help any more .. 1 Year Service Anode / External ... Check / Replace Battery electrolyte Laval terminal ... Fill, Charging or Replace Cooling water leakage ... inspect / Replace Cowling lock leaver .. Inspection Engine starting, rope or starter condition / noise ... repair or replace Engine idle speed ... Adjust Fuel Filter ... Replace Fuel lines ... Inspect / Replace Fuel pump ... inspect / replace Fuel Leak ... Inspect Oil Leak ... inspect Gear oil ... replace Greasing points ... grease Impeller water pump housing ... inspect / replace Impeller ... replace Prop nut ... cotter pin , grease shaft Shift link/ cable ... inspect / replace / Adjust Spark plugs ... inspect / replace Spark plug leads ... inspect / replace Water from pilot hole ...inspect Throttle link / cable / pick up timing .. inspect / replace Lubricate Thermostat ..inspect / replace water inlet ..inspect Switches .. inspect / replace Fuel tank / filter ...inspect / replace ya want to be bloody grateful do you know how long that took me to copy that out of my service manual ..I have RSI now Gym_ Edited September 16, 2010 by Gym_ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andrew399 Posted September 16, 2010 Author Share Posted September 16, 2010 Haha thanks heaps Gym, and sorry about the RSI that I have caused you! Just shake it out... Out of interest how much can you pick up a service manual for and where from? Yes it is a 2 stroke, oil injected. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gym_ Posted September 16, 2010 Share Posted September 16, 2010 (edited) I see them on that Auction site that I'm not allowed to say ... all the time.. the trick is getting the right year and model ... Gym_ Edited September 16, 2010 by Gym_ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andrew399 Posted September 16, 2010 Author Share Posted September 16, 2010 Oh ok so there isnt just a generic one, i found a cd-rom version service and repair manual for 1997-2003 model yamaha 2 strokes. Would this be contain the info i need do you rekon or do i need to find the specific one for my engine? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gym_ Posted September 16, 2010 Share Posted September 16, 2010 Might have some useful bits in there but if i was going to spend money on it i would get the one for that series of motor .. Like service manual for Yamaha oil injected 2 stroke 1993 - 1997 40-70hp and then the series name what ever it is.. like mine is CV i don't know what yours is though.. ABC/72-D etc.. Might take you a few weeks to find it just keep your eyes out on that on-line Auction site and it will turn up one day.. Cheers Gym_ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishingrod Posted September 16, 2010 Share Posted September 16, 2010 Gday Dicko Ive got one of those "cheap" service manual CDs of a auction site. Mine was about $10-15. It is sorta detailed, but very general. It does have some step by step instructions but its not dedicated to a certain HP motor. It covers many HP over several model years. I just got it for general reference incase I want to tinker with something one day. (EG on Xmas holidays if I have a breakdown and I want to have a fiddle myself if the mechanics are shut) I reckon if you are not that familiar with marine mechanicals then you should get a more dedicated manual for your exact motor. They are usually a lot more specific, even down the colours of each wire in the wiring looms etc. I'll PM you my opinion on professional 12 month servicing and some other DIY checks and hints cheers Rod Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gym_ Posted September 17, 2010 Share Posted September 17, 2010 Pretty much what i thought to .. if your really want to be getting decent intrusions on pulling your motor apart AND putting it back together CORRECTLY again then you really need the right and exact info ..lol.. Were the hell dose this bit go.. DUHHHHH LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bisso Posted September 17, 2010 Share Posted September 17, 2010 If you are serious about doing it yourself, which is terrific, then do yourself a favour and at least get a proper manual. honestly they are about $50 and after you have finsihed with it you can sell it on that online auction site and almost get all your money back. There is nothing wrong with home maintenance for your motor and doing so will serve you well in tackling problems for years to come as you will gain an understanding of how it all works rather than putting fuel in a tank and turning the key. for mine it is very satisfying, but different strokes for different folks.... Cheers Mick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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