New To Boating

[t_viney]

hey guys ,

so I've just gone and bought me a boat for the fist time finally ) and just want to get some good tips on keeping it in good condition as in what to to after we have a good day out and what to look out for , the boat I've got is a quintrex 445 estuary angler with a 40hp mercury

[Geoff]

T-Vinny Flush the motor with fresh water , rabbit ears over the water inlet are the easiest method.

Chech the gearbox to ensure the oil is in good condition , if white then water is entering through one of the seals , most likely the main drive that operates the water pump.

If considering a service suggest Hewett Marine at Cowan. They have been dealing with Merc's for many years & will give you a good idea of what , if anything is required to be repaired

Geoff

[t_viney]

The vendor should have spent some time to familiarise you with the basic maintenance tasks. I think I saw in another post that you bought it new from Mcgraths Hill. That right?

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yes at tr marine

[t_viney]

T-Vinny  Flush the motor with fresh water , rabbit ears over the water inlet are the easiest method.

Chech the gearbox to ensure the oil is in good condition , if white then water is entering through one of the seals , most likely the main drive that operates the water pump.

If considering a service suggest Hewett Marine at Cowan.  They have been dealing with Merc's for many years & will give you a good idea of what , if anything is required to be repaired

Geoff

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thanks geoff will do that

cheers Tony

[Bar-garse]

T-Vinny,

The others are 100%. The only thing I can add that under the o/b cover everything is ready for WD40 after each day out. When not in use (2 months or more) every time you walk past the boat move the helm from side to side.