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Crowley Marine Newsletter (July 2010)

Eric
posted this on July 20, 2010 16:24

Greetings! Welcome to issue #4 of the Crowley Marine monthly newsletter!

Here at Crowley Marine we are constantly working to give you an improved support and shopping experience, and we've got a lot in store. First up is the announcement of Crowley Cash, an excellent way to earn rewards for sharing invaluable technical knowledge with your fellow boaters.

Be sure and check back with us often, as we are always looking for ways to improve your boating experience, and be sure to follow us on Facebook and Twitter for current updates and news!

Finally, we would again like to express our gratitude for making us your #1 Boat and Boat Parts Resource for over 40 years!

See you on the water!

Sincerely,

Paul Crowley
Crowley Marine

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How Do I Make My Engine Last?

1. Prop it correctly. Most people know that over-revving is bad, but lugging the engine by over-propping is also hard on it. Your top rpm should be close to the recommended maximum.
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2. If you won't be using your boat for a few months, "winterize" it even if it's summer. Propping your boat correctly is very important. You don't want to be too low or too high in the rpm range; right in the middle is preferred.

3. Don't hammer it in rough conditions. Although our engines have rev-limiters that protect you when a prop comes out of the water, when it re-enters and hooks up again this puts a lot of stress on the lower unit. Follow your engine's break-in procedure exactly.

4. It is important to note the recommended maintenance schedules for freshwater use vs. saltwater use. For example, in salt water, a desalinizing product is recommended inside and outside the engine, along with a corrosion blocking agent under the engine cover.

5. A lot of people only use their boats for social gatherings and just idle around, which can cause carbon buildup. It's good to run the engine up to temperature and occasionally run it wide open. Take the time to visually inspect your engine, and look for leaks, cracks in belts and hoses or any items that may have come loose.

6. Buy fuel from high-volume stations and from companies that have their own refineries. Independents can buy fuel from anyone, and you don't know what you are getting.

Source: BoatingWorld.com

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