General Engines and Fuel Systems:
- Inspect fuel lines, including fill and vent hoses, for softness, brittleness or cracking.
- Check all joints for leaks and make sure all lines are well supported with non-combustible clips or straps with smooth edges.
- Inspect fuel tanks, fuel pumps, and filters for leaks. Clamps should be snug and free of rust. Clean fuel filters.
- Inspect cooling hoses and fittings for stiffness, rot, leaks, and/or cracking. Make sure they fit snugly and are double-clamped.
- Every few years, remove and inspect exhaust manifold for corrosion.
- Clean and tighten electrical connections, ends of battery cables. Wire-brush battery terminals and fill cells with distilled water.
- Inspect bilge blower hose for leaks.
Outboard Engine(s):
- Replace spark plugs.
- Check plug wires for wear.
- Check prop for nicks and bends.
- Change/fill gear lube.
- Inspect fuel lines, primer bulb, and tank for leaks.
- Lubricate and spray moveable parts.
- Inspect rubber outdrive bellows for cracked, dried, and/or deteriorated spots (look especially in the folds), and replace if suspect.
- Check power steering and power trim oil levels. Replace worn-out zincs.
Inboard Engine(s):
- Change oil and filters.
- Check and change fuel filters.
- Check and change engine zincs.
- Check cooling system change coolant as necessary.
- Check belts for tension.
- Check transmission fluid.
- Check and clean backfire flame arrestor.
- Check impeller.
- Check and clean water strainer and bilge blower.
Electrical System and Components:
- Check battery water level.
- Check/recharge batteries.
- Check terminals for corrosion, clean, and lubricate.
- Inspect all wiring for wear and chafe.
- Test all gauges for operability.
- Check all lighting fixtures (including navigation lights).
- Check all electronics for proper operation.
Trailer:
- Check rollers and pads.
- Check and lubricate wheel bearings and winch.
- Lubricate tongue jack and wheel.
- Test lights and electrical connections.
- Check tire pressure and condition.
- Check brakes (if equipped).
- Check safety chains and tongue lock.
- Inspect frame for rust and sand/paint as required.
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