Marine engine maintenence schedule

[Smuggler]

There are only a few things for me that are on a actual schedule most of it I just keep an eye on.. Here is what I try to follow..

If your gearbox is a Rotator the manufacturer says to change it every 30 hours or 6 months. Personally I do my engine and gear box oil at the same time.. Every 30 hours, oil is cheap compared to the cost of the engine

The fuel filter I change every other oil change. Same with waxing the prop. At this time I pull a few plugs and take a look at them to make sure everything is looking good. Same goes for the plug wires and air filter, I just keep an eye on them and change them when they start looking bad.

I plan to flush the radiator once a year and reinstall new coolant.

The hoses, and belts I look at EVERY TIME I take it out and change them if I see ANY signs of dry rot. I also check the steering every time and give it a shot of grease if needed..

Everyone probably has there own way of doing things but this is how I do mine

 

[T-REX]

changem'........

 

[flying fish]

I change my plugs every spring. If she's hittin on all eight, and not loading up, yearly seems sufficient for me. I do carry an extra set of plugs, but I tend to give them away rather than use them?? Seems someone always needs a set. Same as wheel bearings. Always loaning them out.

Extra wheel bearings, spark plugs, torque wrench and 3/4" and 13/16" and 7/8" deep sockets, and smart level. Can't hardly keep my hands on that stuff.

Change my oil every 50 hours and I run Redline Synthetic oil. I hear it is kinda important to run synthetic oil these days.

It is really important to keep your aircleaner clean. Every oil change for me.

 

[dantheairboatman]

As for the Stinger. The first 15 hours for break in then every time you change your engine oil. 25 to 50hours. Use 75 140 amsoil severe gear. As for the rest of the list just inspect as you do mant. and do a judgment call from there. hope this helps.