Expensive Boating Mistakes

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  • Boats and boating cost money; we wouldn't try to tell you otherwise. Want to know how to avoid expensive boating mistakes? There are a number of ones that we see over and over again every season and cost you cash and more importantly time away from the water. They are simple to avoid and don't really cost much or no money at all. In this video we will cover:
    Intro 0:00
    Fuel Contamination Issues 1:25
    Leaving your sterndrive tilted up 2:32
    Not paying attention to your temperature gauge 4:06
    Hooking up your battery incorrectly 5:43
    Not buying a good GPS or Charts 7:09
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  • @boatinglessons
    @boatinglessons  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What are some mistakes you know about that our viewers can avoid?

    • @omieyouknowme
      @omieyouknowme 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Avoid ethanol fuel when ever possible or burn thru it more often, don't let it sit to long in tank or motor.

    • @TOURMANBOB
      @TOURMANBOB ปีที่แล้ว

      How about adding a few ounces of methyl hydrate to the gas to absorb any water that gets into the tank. I do this routinely and especially over the winter along with Stabil to stabilize the gas

    • @JCASTELLUCCIOJR
      @JCASTELLUCCIOJR ปีที่แล้ว

      Still adding a form of ‘alcohol’ to your fuel???😮😮😮

  • @richmac918
    @richmac918 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Here's a few more based on things I've seen over the years at the loading ramp. Make certain your drain plug is in the boat, make certain you have your tow vehicle in park before getting out to release your boat, and make certain that the engine is in the water before starting it up.

  • @SurvivalHunterNM
    @SurvivalHunterNM ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great video. Even for a seasoned boater, this was filled with a whole bunch of good reminders. Thank you!

  • @chadparks9810
    @chadparks9810 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Many Thanks for all the very informative videos Sean! The info you pass along is priceless and more appreciated than you'll ever imagine.

    • @boatinglessons
      @boatinglessons  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow Chad, thank you for saying so!

  • @jhors7777
    @jhors7777 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for posting this helpful video.

  • @thecarolinahoosier3596
    @thecarolinahoosier3596 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've been watching your videos for months, and I'm about to pick up my new Jeanneau NC 895 in a couple weeks for a long ferry ride home. It's been years since I've owned a boat, so I really appreciate the variety of topics you cover to (hopefully) protect me from myself!

    • @boatinglessons
      @boatinglessons  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Amazing to hear!!! It’s our pleasure and am happy they help a bit. What colour did you order? When will it arrive? 😊

    • @thecarolinahoosier3596
      @thecarolinahoosier3596 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@boatinglessons I’m getting the blue hull option. Due to arrive St. Simon Island, GA next week for sea trial and electronics install. I’ll ferry her to Myrtle Beach on January 11. “Sea Roses of the River” is the play on words name I came up with. 🤷🏼

  • @barrybebenek8691
    @barrybebenek8691 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Perfect tips. Also thanks for posting the GPS systems. Was hoping you would post after bringing it up in the vid. 🇨🇦👍🏼

    • @boatinglessons
      @boatinglessons  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My pleasure Barry. They all make pretty good stuff and some people have favourites :)

  • @keithhults8986
    @keithhults8986 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    45yrs owning boats, I never run offshore using only electronic navigation! In 1966, every Montauk captain used compass and charts. Most people don't know what a beacon receiver was. Before loran was available. GPS is really EZ till it shuts off, looses satellites. When you are 45 miles into the ocean, and your electronics shut off, do you know where you are? If you are an ocean boater,Learn to use a chart, parallel rules, a protractor, and the compass rose! Learn dead reckoning. Because I always write a navigation course, and use a compass, any boat I was on, always made it safely back to the dock without electronic aids. Electronic nav aids have failed before and will fail again. A compass always points towards home.

  • @alecharper515
    @alecharper515 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Just subscribed. Thanks for posting these excellent videos.

  • @benknight5214
    @benknight5214 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the great tips. Happy new year to all.

    • @boatinglessons
      @boatinglessons  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Happy New Year to you as well Ben!

  • @abdulkkhan5095
    @abdulkkhan5095 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fantastic, very valuable information. Thnx Much

  • @wickedvic6953
    @wickedvic6953 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the info👍

  • @Rick-sh7qr
    @Rick-sh7qr ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the video, keep up the great work and thanks, I'm trying to learn as much as I can about boating and it looks like I found the perfect Host 👍👍💯

    • @boatinglessons
      @boatinglessons  ปีที่แล้ว

      So kind of you to say Rick, thank you!

  • @martinschulz9381
    @martinschulz9381 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good video, sounds like your heart is in it.

  • @Lifeistooshort67
    @Lifeistooshort67 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Making mistakes is really expensive. Especially in boating. That's where TH-cam comes in. Learn from others mistakes. It's like having a very smart Grandfather! I have been subscribed for quite some time. Keep the excellent content coming Please!

    • @boatinglessons
      @boatinglessons  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This is such a huge compliment, thank you for being so kind 😊

  • @andrewx8888
    @andrewx8888 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    8:30 please also pay attention to where you park your boat. On low tide, you can very easily damage your rudder, especially on a sailboat. Don't ask how I know..

  • @mariterbrueggen2140
    @mariterbrueggen2140 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great info

  • @OB1974
    @OB1974 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Here’s one that I’ve done a couple times. Not bringing the outdrive up enough to clear the cement boat ramp when retrieving the boat.

  • @teachingrounds
    @teachingrounds 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this content

  • @eduardocapmany1778
    @eduardocapmany1778 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi there ! Thanks for your technical guidance and savoir-affaire in boating issues. I have an Angler 22 with 2 x 250 HP VX series YAMAHA outbards. Quick question : Why is it so, that when I run the boat at mid power and press the trim button down, it clearly accelarates better...? I assume an electrical issue has to do, and if where shall I look to, in order to guarantee unstable electrical power to the spark plugs I pressume...?¡¡?

  • @tomdrummy4984
    @tomdrummy4984 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your video proves that you can learn from other peoples mistakes, as well as your own.

    • @boatinglessons
      @boatinglessons  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I learn from mine daily 🤣🤣

  • @maxmann8607
    @maxmann8607 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    If you have an I/O make sure you keep your coupler greased! Easy prevention against total propulsion failure with no warning signs.

    • @boatinglessons
      @boatinglessons  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Expensive to repair if it goes - requires engine removal. Good advice Max!

    • @alaefarmestatesllc
      @alaefarmestatesllc ปีที่แล้ว

      I/O?

    • @maxmann8607
      @maxmann8607 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@alaefarmestatesllc Inboard / Outboard, also known as sterndrive.

    • @alaefarmestatesllc
      @alaefarmestatesllc ปีที่แล้ว

      @@maxmann8607 thanks

  • @answerace
    @answerace 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    New pontoon boat owner, pretty sure i triggered overheat alarm while tubing my young kids. Believe a combination of trimmed up too high and sharp turn. 2018 Mercury 150 4S. Guardian system sent one loud beep and cut power to idle. It steamed for about 10 seconds after slowing down. I trolled around a little and headed back to the dock shortly after. No temp guage on the boat but i just purchased Mercury VesselView to monitor engine data. Would this cause damage and what should I be looking for? Its peeing as normal and seems to run as it did before incident. Only 98 hours on the motor.

  • @robertstorms5539
    @robertstorms5539 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can I ask a question on Salt Away? I saw another video where the person making the video ran Salt Away through the motor. I have the product but I've never rinsed my engine with it, I use it to clean the boat. Is it a good idea to use Salt away or just fresh water through the motor? Thank you as always

  • @randomgameingsub9508
    @randomgameingsub9508 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi everyone!!!!
    I'm new in boating. Boat with in engine. Quick question: can I run the engine when leg is up ???
    Volvo penta AQAD31A. 1988 year old.
    Thanks

  • @celworthy
    @celworthy ปีที่แล้ว

    If I have an outboard is there any benefit to getting the engine out of the water? (I'm on a lake)

  • @walkawalka4ni9
    @walkawalka4ni9 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    ethanol free fuel is not available in canada anymore, do you have any suggestions around this?

  • @johnm948
    @johnm948 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Carry a roll of masking tape (or other tape they teas daily easily), when you remove your drain plug, tape it to the steering wheel. It helps avoid launching without it in place.

  • @Nick_G7IZR
    @Nick_G7IZR 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Happy New Year to you Sean.
    On the outdrive, assuming we have no "critters" that will eat the bellows (UK), is it better to trim up out of the saltwater or leave down? I'm on a floating dock so I can keep the drive fully up, but I gather that stresses the rubber. Is it better to risk the rubber (and check it each year) or leave the drive in the salt and check the anodes?

    • @boatinglessons
      @boatinglessons  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Happy New Year to you also Nick! In salt water, you want to keep it out of the water if possible and and keep replacing your anodes as soon as they depletes to 50% of their original size

    • @Nick_G7IZR
      @Nick_G7IZR 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@boatinglessons I'm told I risk a "set" in the rubber of the bellows leaving them trimmed up. But that is vs leaving them trimmed down in salt water. You can't win sometimes! :)

    • @denniswilder3014
      @denniswilder3014 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Also check your neighbors if a cord or shore power that is making its way to the water can eat anodes and the lowers especially in fresh water.on my local lake in a cove everybody's jet skis and outboards looked like they where in the ocean for years.found out someone had a ice eater he left in the water year round and he never shut off the breaker.he moved the new owner never used it and pulled the breaker sure enough corrosion stoped.

  • @iveneverdonethisbefore8390
    @iveneverdonethisbefore8390 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What about leaving an outboard trimmed up? Should it be left down or up when not in use?

    • @boatinglessons
      @boatinglessons  หลายเดือนก่อน

      There is more than one answer there. As long as the water is fresh, we leave the engines trimmed down

    • @iveneverdonethisbefore8390
      @iveneverdonethisbefore8390 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@boatinglessons that is not the answer I wanted to hear! That means I’ll lose the long standing argument about this topic with the guys at my work.

  • @madmanmechanic8847
    @madmanmechanic8847 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Having been in the Marine repair business since 2000 , hard to believe I have been in this industry that long. The No 1 advice I can give anybody when buying a boat is : LAKE TEST ,LAKE TEST , LAKE TEST! I have had so many people buy boats with out lake testing and being lied to by the seller and end up with a junk boat that they paid thousands of dollars too much for. I just makes me sick because people are trusting and some shady seller will lie through their teeth. If you call on a boat and tell the seller I want to lake test and the seller starts him ha ing around making excuses why he cant take you out for a lake test , then tell the seller well its apparent you are hiding something on the boat so I will take my money to a seller that isn't. Don't walk, run away from these kind of sellers. If you can do the work your self and he can start it up in the drive way with a flush attachment then maybe yes, but you are leaving yourself to cracks and leaks in the hull. If its a I/O pull the dip stick and check for milk shake . Ask the seller if you can crack the drain plug on the drive ? If he says no walk away . If he says yes just crack it and pull it out just barely and check for milk shake if it has shake it will cost thousands of dollars to reseal the drive .Pass on the boat if you cannot do the drive yourself it take special tools to set up and reaseal a stern drive. If there is no shake in the drive or engine then I would beat him down on the price if he wont lake test and you are taking it as is if you are going to do the work yourself . If you have to hire a Marine tech then pass on it . The repairs can exceed the value on the boat .

  • @johnm948
    @johnm948 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    87 octane is not of lower quality than 91. 91 Octane has more additives to keep it from detonating as easily thus preventing knocking or pinging, which is harmful. If the engine is none turbo and under 9 compression 87 will probably work better than 91.

  • @scotts.8972
    @scotts.8972 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is it a bad idea to keep your outdrive trimmed up a bit on a lift to keep it out of the water?

    • @boatinglessons
      @boatinglessons  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Scott, unless you are in salt water, the negatives outweigh the positives. If you are in sal water and can’t get it on a lift, then trimming it up can be slightly beneficial

    • @gregfeldman6818
      @gregfeldman6818 ปีที่แล้ว

      If it is allowed to freeze, it could be Trouble.

    • @Maynardd
      @Maynardd ปีที่แล้ว

      I think it depends on the manufacturer? My Merc 250 says always keep the engine down for drainage. It is also susceptible to water in the engine if it is trimmed up and left that way for long periods of time in the weather Along with freezing as well. Always down.

  • @andreas_____
    @andreas_____ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The question is....how could i on earth check the quality of a fuel

    • @boatinglessons
      @boatinglessons  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It is supposed to be clearly indicated on the pump it is dispensed from (Octane and Ethanol level)

    • @andreas_____
      @andreas_____ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@boatinglessons we don't all have fuel pumps with these indicated levels

    • @boatinglessons
      @boatinglessons  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@andreas_____ If a fuel station does not post it, there might be a reason. Best to ask I guess.

  • @ibrhm_ackgz
    @ibrhm_ackgz ปีที่แล้ว

    We would appreciate it if you add Turkish in automatic translation for your Turkish viewers. Thank you for your information.

  • @martinschulz9381
    @martinschulz9381 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    When I bought my boat and the sales guy ran me through everything, I got the feeling that most of it was based on all the mistakes that he'd seen over the years.

    • @boatinglessons
      @boatinglessons  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Good that he shared that with you

  • @knighthawk3559
    @knighthawk3559 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Don't eat curry night before boating. I shitt my pants on the last trip and my cushions are now stained. Learn from my pain x

    • @ChrisG9978
      @ChrisG9978 ปีที่แล้ว

      LMAO. Curry: it's cheap, but you'll pay for it the next day.

  • @captlucky2320
    @captlucky2320 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Don't buy a seafox

    • @boatinglessons
      @boatinglessons  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I hope you didn’t have a bad experience 😭

    • @captlucky2320
      @captlucky2320 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@boatinglessons no work on boats for a living

  • @jayf6525
    @jayf6525 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    The most expensive mistake is buying one in the first place.

    • @Axlenut
      @Axlenut 21 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Absolutely. I've owned about 5. You never use them and they're a pain in the ass when you do

  • @mac-doien9298
    @mac-doien9298 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I like hands-on demonstration rather than blah blah blah here's a picture that means nothing to you.. This guy does not like to get his hands dirty. 😢