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Pull the prop to allow you to inspect for fishing line wound around the prop shaft (trying to take out that seal), and grease the splines on the shaft.Just bought a 2015 boat with a Honda BFP60A outboard. Oil is very clean and it runs well but having no history on past maintenance I'm thinking of replacing a few things like impeller, fuel filters, plugs etc. Any ideas on what else? Thanks.
Yes, was looking at that, I see the paper manual is 95 dollars on the Honda website. I had the manual on CD for my past boat's Yamaha, definitely worth buying the manual. Do you have any suggestions on where to but parts? I suppose the Honda site where they have the manual is good? We are like minded, I would like to replace the assembly with cup and impeller etc. I really do appreciate your advice, thanks! I have a new prop already but want to do a few other items when I change that out.I would suggest you purchase a genuine Honda service manual for your engine if you plan on doing your own maintenance. A new impeller at the bare minimum, consider replacing the entire water pump instead of just the impeller. With a new water pump assembly you’ll have piece of mind knowing that it’s brand new. If the old water pump is still good then you’ll have a some spare parts should you need them. Keep in mind that Honda is suffering with supply chain issues(like everyone else) on common maintenance parts so some planning for replacement parts might might be necessary. Check the timing belt for wear.
I've got a new prop, will certainly check for fishing line, hope I don't find any there. Thanks Alan.Pull the prop to allow you to inspect for fishing line wound around the prop shaft (trying to take out that seal), and grease the splines on the shaft.
A LOT of us use boats.net - with good reason.Yes, was looking at that, I see the paper manual is 95 dollars on the Honda website. I had the manual on CD for my past boat's Yamaha, definitely worth buying the manual. Do you have any suggestions on where to but parts? I suppose the Honda site where they have the manual is good? We are like minded, I would like to replace the assembly with cup and impeller etc. I really do appreciate your advice, thanks! I have a new prop already but want to do a few other items when I change that out.
And your preferred source for parts?If you live in Canada or possibly any other country other than the US by the time you pay taxes, shipping, duty and factor in the exchange rate you’re no farther ahead buying from boats.net. Canadian customs, in my experience will add a 2-3 days delay just clearing customs.
Local dealer about 150km away. I get the parts numbers from Honda’s website have them confirm I have the correct numbers. If they don’t have the parts in stock they order them from Vancouver BC. Takes 3-5 days for them to get the parts which is more or less the time it takes Canada Customs to clear the parts.And your preferred source for parts?
Local? wow that's far in my book. My local is an hour+ drive and said he would have a better inventory this spring. I did see one place up north of me called Hallberg Marine in Minnesota that claims to have all parts all brands. Might try them as well. Much appreciate the advice, thanks!Local dealer about 150km away. I get the parts numbers from Honda’s website have them confirm I have the correct numbers. If they don’t have the parts in stock they order them from Vancouver BC. Takes 3-5 days for them to get the parts which is more or less the time it takes Canada Customs to clear the parts.
Agreed. My closest Honda Marine dealer is a drive but will be checking them first when I put my list together. Should get my Service manual soon and can start there. I support my local butchers and farm stands always rather than corporate grocery stores. I no longer buy beef and pork at the grocery store as I'm fortunate to have a local farm that has a retail store. Country living.If we don’t support local businesses and all purchased our goods from the internet then these local shops will eventually shut down. I understand that the internet is often cheaper and offers a wider selection. I will pay an extra 10-15% over the internet to shop locally, if the locals price is more than 10-15% of the internet price I’ll approach them and often they will reduce their price. Life in a small town.
I haven't called them yet but thanks for the warning, I'll be checking my local sources first anyhow. Thanks again!Beware of dealers who advertise/claim "to have all parts for all brands". What the really mean is that they can GET all parts for all brands. Some will also say it will come from their "other" warehouse. The bottom line in both cases is they actually have very little in stock for immediate shipping. They'll get it for you...... just like you can.