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New Dates Added!! 2014 Outboard Motor Basics Class!

2014 Outboard Motor Basics Class


This year we will be offering one session at our facility on May 4th from 9am to 5pm. Lunch will be provided at both classes.

Topics covered in this class will include:





Theory of operation


2 stroke carbureted


2 stroke fuel injected


4 stroke carbureted


4 stroke fuel injected


Benefits and drawbacks of each


Basic Maintenance for the do it yourselfer


Proper winterization techniques


Tune-ups


Water pumps and impellers


Propeller selection and why it is so important


On the water troubleshooting


Tools to bring on your boat


Spare parts to have on you boat


How to check compression


How to change lower unit oil








The cost is $95 per person. If interested, please call Devan at our

main number 860-437-0060 to reserve your spot, as space is limited. We

hope to see you there and are confident that you will find this class

very informative. In addition, please let Devan know what kind of

boat/motor you have and we will tailor a portion of the class to address

your particular motor.





Classes are located at our shop, 364 Rope Ferry Road in Waterford, CT 06385

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