How to Repair Fibreglass Damage on a Small GRP Hull A step-by-step, practical guide for small-boat owners: from minor gelcoat chips to larger fibreglass repairs. Clear instructions, materials, and safety tips so you can get back on the water. Overview GRP (glass-reinforced plastic) is durable, but chips, cracks and small holes happen. Repairs range from […]
Diagnosing No‑Spark Problems on Small Outboards A practical, step‑by‑step HTML guide for small‑outboard owners — find the cause, run safe tests, and decide when to call a mechanic. Quick summary No spark at the plug is a common reason small outboards won\’t start. Usually it’s one of a handful of issues: kill switch/immobiliser problems, battery/charging […]
The Best Way to Flush Your Outboard After Saltwater Use Why flushing matters, and a clear step-by-step guide to protect your outboard from corrosion and salt buildup. Why you should flush your outboard Saltwater is corrosive — it eats at metal, blocks cooling passages with salt deposits, and shortens the life of your outboard. Flushing […]
How to Winterise a Small Outboard — Step-by-Step How to Winterise a Small Outboard Summary: Winterising a small outboard protects the engine from corrosion, fuel problems, water freeze damage and makes spring commissioning much easier. This guide covers both 2-stroke and 4-stroke small outboards, with clear steps, safety notes and photo suggestions you can replace […]
4HP Outboard – No Spark Troubleshooting Guide If your 4hp outboard has no spark, the issue is usualy caused by a small number of common faults. This guide walks you through each step clearly. 1. 4HP Outboard – No Spark Troubleshooting Guide If your 4hp outboard has no spark, the issue is usually caused by […]
