Question

What is the recommended maintenance for an inboard boat?

Answer 1

Answer:

• Constant oil changes must be made.
• Periodic parts must be exchanged, especially those made of zinc.
• Debris accumulated in the engine must be removed.
• Search for possible leaks in the engine.

Explanation:

Any type of vessel must receive periodic maintenance so that it works correctly and avoids safety problems, parts failures and a huge headache for the owner of the vessel. Inboard boat is no different and if maintenance in short periods of time is not done in all areas and even the engine and small parts, some problems may appear.

In relation to the inboard boat, it is necessary to:

• Constant oil changes must be made.
• Periodic parts must be exchanged, especially those made of zinc.
• Debris accumulated in the engine must be removed.
• Search for possible leaks in the engine.

Answer 2

1) Change the engine oil and oil filters.  2)  After the boating season, replace the antifreeze if it is contaminated.  Replace it.  Replace the old filter with a new one,  3) An inboard engine accumulates debris during the course of a normal boating season. Use a cleaner in the engine to remove this debris.  4) Periodic check should be made on the Water Pump Impeller, Prop Shaft, Engine hoses and Stuffing box.5) Check the engine compartment for leaks.