Pre Purchase Marine Engine Inspection

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If you are considering purchasing a boat with used Outboards, let our pre-purchase inspection put your mind at ease in regards to the condition of the engines. From the status of warranty to the condition of the lower unit oil, our pre-purchase inspection can help you determine whether the engine in good working condition. 

Below is what is inspected and checked:

4 Stroke Engine Inspection

  1. Inspect Exterior of Engine for Damage / Abuse / Condition.
  2. Inspect Cowling Gasket for Water Tightness and Latches for Proper Function.
  3. Perform a Compression Check and Check Spark Plug Condition.
  4. Visually Inspect Powerhead for Abnormalities.
  5. Inspect Primer Bulb and Fuel Hose to Engine.
  6. Inspect Rigging Hose Condition and Connection to Engine and Boat.
  7. Test Run Engine.
  8. Check Smoothness of Engine at Idle and Higher RPMs.
  9. Check for Abnormal Noise.
  10. Check ECU for Active Trouble Codes.
  11. Inspect Timing Belt.
  12. Check Shifting of Gears – Forward, Neutral, Reverse.
  13. Check Propshaft Alignment.
  14. Inspect Lower Unit and Propeller for Impact Damage.
  15. Check Propeller for cracks. 
  16. Check Hub Integrity.
  17. Check Gear Oil in Lower Unit for Water Intrusion or Excessive Metal.
  18. Check Power Trim and Tilt Operation.
  19. Check Overboard Indicator for Proper Peeing of Cooling Water.
  20. Check Engine Oil Level and Condition.
  21. Record Engine Hours on Gauge and On Engine ECU, if Applicable.
  22. Check Steering for Stiffness, Looseness, Leaks, etc… Check Condition / Operation of Keyswitch and Warning Horn System.
  23. Note Condition of Gauge Displays.  

2 Stroke Engine Inspection

  1. Inspect Exterior of Engine for Damage / Abuse / Condition.
  2. Inspect Cowling Gasket for Water Tightness and Latches for Proper Function.
  3. Perform a Compression Check and Check Spark Plug Condition.
  4. Visually Inspect Powerhead for Abnormalities.
  5. Inspect Primer Bulb and Fuel Hose to Engine.
  6. Inspect Rigging Hose Condition and Connection to Engine and Boat.
  7. Test Run Engine.
  8. Check Smoothness of Engine at Idle and Higher RPMs.
  9. Check for Abnormal Noise.
  10. Check ECU for Active Trouble Codes.
  11. Check Shifting of Gears – Forward, Neutral, Reverse.
  12. Check Propshaft Alignment.
  13. Inspect Lower Unit and Propeller for Impact Damage.
  14. Check Propeller for cracks. 
  15. Check Hub Integrity.
  16. Check Gear Oil in Lower Unit for Water Intrusion or Excessive Metal.
  17. Check Power Trim and Tilt Operation.
  18. Check Overboard Indicator for Proper Peeing of Cooling Water.
  19. Check Oil Injection System for Oil Transfer.
  20. Check Engine Oil Tank for Contamination.
  21. Check Condition of Oil Tanks.
  22. Record Engine Hours on Gauge and On Engine ECU, if Applicable.
  23. Check Steering for Stiffness, Looseness, Leaks, etc… Check Condition / Operation of Keyswitch and Warning Horn System.
  24. Note Condition of Gauge Displays.