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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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