Usually ships in 24 hours
US Boatworks also sells
sterndrive replacement units and parts for
Mercruiser, OMC and Volvo-Penta. We specialize in the
hard to
find boat parts that most dealers no longer carry. If you need
an entire sterndrive
unit or
upper gearcase or only outdrive
replacement parts, we got what you need. Call us between 9-5 CST Monday -
Friday and Saturday, 9-12 CST at 913-342-0011. You can email us at
parts@boatengine.com.
Happy boating!
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Outboard Motor Clearance Sale
Clearance Sale-
New Evinrude 50 horse ETEC Outboard motor
We have one Evinrude outboard motor left over from 2009. This NEW motor
comes with power steering, power trim, and has a long shaft. Priced
at $5,250 this new, never used Evinrude motor is a steal. No delivery is
available on new outboards. You must pick this motor up in our Kansas City
boat shop at 930 Osage. Call 913-342-0011 to check availability or email
us at parts@boatengine.com.
Check out our other outboard motors at
cheap prices, new outboards and used outboards available.
Not time to buy a new outboard motor just yet? US Boatworks stocks
thousands of obsolete
boat parts. As your motor gets older you need to know where to
go to get
hard to find boat parts.
Give us a try. We especially have a large stock of Evinrude, OMC, Mercury,
Mercruiser, Mariner and Volvo NLA boat parts.
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How do I find old boat parts for my old boat motor?
Old Boat Parts, NLA Boat Parts
As we
continue the series of tuning up your boat for the season, I will briefly touch
on what to do when your boat motor is older. Often times as your boat gets
older, it is very difficult to find parts for your motor. Manufacturers
stop making replacement parts for older motors and suddenly the part you need is
NLA, no longer available. Most boat dealers get rid of older boat parts
because they simply do not have the time or the storage space to warehouse
hundreds of thousands of boat parts. They also do not usually have a
dedicated parts department to help you find the part you are looking for.
Obsolete boat parts are hard to come by but there are dealers in the US that
hang on to older parts. US Boatworks specializes in hard to find boat
parts. We have three full time dedicated staff members that personally
handle all parts coming in and out of our doors. Tim, Ron and Mike are
very knowledgable with most boat motor manufacturers and are happy to help you
find the part you are looking for. We stock Mercury, Mercruiser, OMC,
Johnson, Evinrude, Mariner and Volvo parts from the 1950s to present day.
Call us today at 913-342-0011 or send an email to
parts@boatengine.com
Happy Boating!
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Spring boat maintenance help
Getting that boat out for the first
time this season? Below is a handy list
of some things to check before getting out on the water. Should you
be uncertain of how to perform any of these maintenance steps, be sure
to check with your boat mechanic. It is always a good idea to have a
certified mechanic check your boat out before your first time out on
the water. This could prevent ruining your entire outing or
vacation. Click here for more information on our
trained mechanics.
US Boatworks carries all the replacement parts you need for your boat.
We ship our boat parts all over the US. Call us today
(913-342-0011) to find out more about the boat parts you need.
We specialize in
hard to find boat parts,
NLA, no longer available boat
parts.
Maintenance Checklist:
Outboard Motors:
Water System:
- Flush water tank
- Check water system and pump
Electrical System and Components Check:
- all navigation lights
- battery water level
- terminals for corrosion, clean and lubricate
- gauges for operability
- electronics for proper operation
- bonding system
- recharge batteries / replace batteries
- Inspect all wiring for wear
- Insure you have spare fuses
- Insure you have spare bulbs
Trailer
- Verify your registration is current & obtain required paperwork
or stickers
- Check
- brakes
- tire pressure
- tire wear
- rollers and pads
- test lights and electrical
- safety chains
-
tongue lock
-
Lubricate:
- winch
- wheel bearings
- tongue jack
- wheel
- For a great source for outboard motor and sterndrive motor
parts, visit
www.quality-boat-parts.com
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Sprint boat maintenance - part 2
Spring tune up for you boat motor- part 2
So we got you thinking about tuning up your boat motor this spring before you
take it out for the first time. Our last article focused on carb kits that
are essential in tuning up your boat engine if you need a carb overhaul.
Today, we look to gear lube, another essential component of the boat motor tune
up. For the Evinrude Johnson outboard motor, we carry
78749 HPF XR and
778775 HPF PRO.
Both these popular gear lubes and several others manufactured by Evinrude
Johnson, BRP, are recommended for your Evinrude Johnson outboard motor.
Should you need gear lube or even a carb kit to get your spring tune up started,
come down or call us. We ship our boat parts all over the US.
If you are not a do-it-yourselfer, and would feel more comfortable letting
someone else do the dirty work, our certified mechanics would be happy to check
out your motor. US Boatworks provides greater
Kansas City boat repair service
including Lenexa, Overland Park, Parkville, Lee's Summit, Shawnee, Lake Quivira,
Lake Winnebago, Smithville, Lake Perry and Hillsdale Lake boaters. Our
hourly shop rate is one of the lowest in town and our quality, honest, hard
working mechanics are the best around. Call Tim or Ron at 913-342-0011 for
more information or just bring your boat down.
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Boat Motor Spring Tune-up
The almost 70 degree day yesterday reminds us that its time to think about
the boating season that's upon us. Your first thought should be to that
motor you trust will be working when you launch your boat for the first time
this spring. Did you properly winterize your boat last fall? Are you
sure your boat is in top running condition? US Boatworks' service
department would be happy to check your engine out and tune up your motor for
you. Each of our certified mechanics each have over 20 years experience
working on boat motors. Our hourly shop rate is one of the lowest in town
and our quality, honest, hard working mechanics are the best around. Call
Tim or Ron at 913-342-0011 for more information or just bring your boat down.
Are you a do-it-yourselfer? US Boatworks welcomes boaters who work on
their boats on their own. We have an entire parts department and over
500,000 parts stocked and ready for you. We carry every carb kit needed
for Evinrude Johnson outboards such as part #
396701
and
439067. If you live in the KC area, stop by and pick up your
carb kit, oil or anything else you need for your
boat motor tune up. If you
are not close by, we ship our parts everywhere in the US.
Customers often call ahead of time to
make sure the boat part they need is in
stock. Customers also like to call before dropping a boat off for service.
We can tell you the wait time to get your
boat serviced when you call ahead. Boats are worked on in a first
come, first serve basis so if you need your boat repaired quickly, get it down
to us as soon as you can. The closer we get to summer, the busier both our
shop and our parts center get. We stock thousands of Mercury,
Mercruiser, Evinrude, Johnson, OMC, Mariner and Volvo-Penta parts to serve you.
(read more)
Now open on Saturday
Beginning March 6, 2010 US Boatworks will be open on Saturdays from 9-Noon.
Business has really picked up this week so to keep up with that demand, we
extend our hours. This allows our customers to stop by on Saturdays if
that fits their schedule better. Customers often call ahead of time to
make sure the boat part they need is in
stock. Customers also like to call before dropping a boat off for service.
We can tell you the wait time to get your
boat serviced when you call ahead. Boats are worked on in a first
come, first serve basis so if you need your boat repaired quickly, get it down
to us as soon as you can. The closer we get to summer, the busier both our
shop and our parts center get. We stock thousands of Mercury,
Mercruiser, Evinrude, Johnson, OMC, Mariner and Volvo-Penta parts to serve you.
(read more)
Evinrude Outboard Motors
Evinrude Outboard Motors
Posted to Web
It took a couple of weeks but I just finished posting the new
Evinrude Outboard
Motors to the website. This year we are specializing in
small to mid sized motors to meet our customers needs. In 2009 the
majority of motors purchased at our shop were the smaller 9.9 - 40 horse motors
so to meet that need, we have, in stock, three new
2010 25 horse Evinrude
motors. Each motor has different options such as tiller handle
or remote control steering, electric start or manual start or short or long
shafts. Check out our web page or call us for more information
913-342-0011. If you are looking for a great deal on a larger
Evinrude Outboard,
we have 3, 2009 motors in stock: A
50 horse ETEC, a
90
horse ETEC and a
115 horse ETEC. As always we stock
thousands of Evinrude
boat parts including those
NLA (no longer
available) hard to find parts. Hurry before these great
deals are gone.
(read more)
Spring is almost here
Spring is just around the corner
On a 50 degree day such as today, you can feel it in the air. Warm
weather is going to break soon, it just has to. We have had our share of
snow and cold in the Mid-West this season and are deserving of a quick warm up.
As we move into late February and early March, US Boatworks will be getting busy
quick. If you are putting off getting down here till it warms up, come on
down before the rush hits. Often times you can find a price break and
quick boat service
turn around if you shop for
boat parts during the slow
periods. Also, we make better deals on
boat motors in stock during slow
months just to keep product on the floor moving. If you are putting off
that kansas city boat repair get in here quick. If you need hard to find
or NLA boat parts, we can ship them anywhere in the USA. Contact Tim or
Ron at 913-342-0011 or send us an email at: parts@boatengine.com.
(read more)
lower units
As the month of January just passed,
we look back at the highlights of the month. With all the snow and chilly
temperatures this month, sales were slower than expected. We did ship out
a number of Mercury lower units and
Evinrude lower units in January. People are
taking advantage of the slow season and buying their boat parts now. The
January boat shows in the Kansas City area draw some excitement and get
customers thinking about boating. Most of the booths at the show are
showing the newest, expensive boats around. What Kansas City based US
Boatworks offers is an economical way to get into boating. If you already
own a boat that may need repairs, our service department is one of the most
respected in town. Our shop hourly rate is lower than most and our parts
are reasonably priced.
Now is a great time to get
used Mercury or
Evinrude motors too as the few we have in
stock wont last long. If you are in the market for a new outboard
motor, our 2010 Mercury outboards and
Evinrude outboards are in our showroom. Stay tuned for more info on our
new 2010 outboard motors. (read more)
Launching a boat
Boat Launching Procedures
So here it is.
I
just bought a new boat and decided to take 'er
for the maiden voyage this past weekend.
This is my first boat and I wasn't quite
sure of the exact Standard Operating Procedures
for launching it off a ramp, but I figured it
couldn't be too hard.
I consulted my
local boat dealer for advice, but they just said
"don't let the trailer get too deep when you are
trying to launch the boat".
What am I doing
wrong?
Well, I don't know what they meant by
that as I could barely get the trailer in the
water at all!
Anyhow,
here's a picture below. See for yourself. What
am I doing wrong?
HAPPY MONDAY! (read more)
2010 Evinrude 25 horse outboards
We finally received our long awaited 25 horse Evinrude Motors.
When we combine them with our 2009 stock, we have 6 Evinrude outboards in
stock and 3 Mercury outboards in stock. US Boatworks also has about
6 used outboards on the floor right now as well. These used motors
go fast so if you are thinking about purchasing a used motor, call us now.
Still from 2009 we have 3 Evinrude motors. In stock are a 2009,
50 horse ETEC, a 90 horse ETEC and a 115 horse ETEC. These Evinrude
motors are priced to sell and are below our cost.
Check out
www.boatengine.com/Motors.htm to get more info. You need to call
us at 913-342-0011 or email us at parts@boatengine.com for pricing.
(read more)
2010 Mercury Motors are here!
Today we received 3 new 2010 Mercury Outboard Motors. We are getting
them out on the floor as I write this. On hand we now have two 2010, 10
horse Mercury Outboards and one 15 horse Merc. Still from 2009 we have 3
Evinrude motors as well. In stock are a 2009, 50 horse ETEC, a 90 horse
ETEC and a 115 horse ETEC. These Evinrude motors are priced to sell and
are below our cost. Check out
www.boatengine.com/Motors.htm
to get more info. You need to call us at 913-342-0011 or email us at
parts@boatengine.com for pricing.
If you are looking for hard to find
Evinrude outboard boat parts
or Mercury Outboard Boat
parts, we may just have what you are looking for. Our inventory changes
dramatically from month to month, even in the winter months. Contact Tim at 913-342-0011 if you have further questions. You can also
email us at parts@boatengine.com.
Happy boating.
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Christmas is almost here
Christmas is almost here
While most retailers fearful that the end of the holiday rush means the end
of their busy season, we are just getting ready for our busy time. It's
nice and quiet for a short time at US Boatworks while most customers turn their
attention to indoor activities and holiday parties. But we are gearing up
for our spring surge. As soon as the smoke clears from the Christmas and
New Years holidays, we see boat part sales start to steadily increase.
Do-it-yourselfers that repair their own boat motors may have their boat in the
garage so they can do the repairs despite the cold. These DIY boat repair
people really step up their efforts in January and February so they can be out
fishing come early March. Our parts department is stocked and ready to
ship any boat part you need.
Looking through our inventory report, it seems that we have almost every
Mercury Outboard Stator ever
made. This is one example of how we meet our customer's needs by supplying
you all your boat parts needs. Mercury Outboard boat parts and Evinrude
boat parts make up the majority of our inventory. You stand a pretty good
chance of finding the outboard part you need from these two manufacturers at US
Boatworks, www.BoatEngine.com. We also carry
thousands of Mercruiser, OMC and Volvo Sterndrive parts to meet your needs.
If you are looking for hard to find
Evinrude outboard boat parts
or Mercury Outboard Boat
parts, we may just have what you are looking for. Our inventory changes
dramatically from month to month, even in the winter months. Contact Tim at 913-342-0011 if you have further questions. You can also
email us at parts@boatengine.com.
Happy boating.
(read more)
Evinrude Boat Motors and Parts
Evinrude Boat Motors
The 2009 boating season is over for most of the country. The end of the
season leaves our showroom looking a little sparse. Our
Mercury
outboard motors sold like hotcakes, we actually have none on the
floor right now. In the next few weeks, our 2010 Mercury Motors will be
here so stay tuned. We turned the
Mercury motor parts over quickly
this year too.
Our Evinrude Outboard
Motors for 2009 moved pretty quick as well but we do have a few models left.
Our larger horse power motors, 115 horse, 90 horse and 50 horse are still in
stock. The cool thing about the Evinrude Motors this year is that you
receive a FREE 5 year extended warranty if you purchase the motor before
December 22, 2009. That is an additional 3 year warranty over the normal 2
year Evinrude warranty. The E-Tec is a fantastic motor that requires
little maintenance and lots of fun. If you need parts for your Evinrude
motor or even for a Johnson, look no further. We stock outboard motor
parts for Johnson and Evinrude from the 1950's to present day. You can
choose from used or new parts to fit your budget.
If you are looking for hard to find
Evinrude outboard boat parts
or Johnson Outboard Boat
parts, we may just have what you are looking for. Our inventory changes
dramatically from month to month, even in the winter months. Contact Tim at 913-342-0011 if you have further questions. You can also
email us at parts@boatengine.com.
Happy boating.
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Boat Parts!
Boat Motor parts by the thousands
As we look ahead to the 2010 boating season, we are stocking our shelves full
of parts. Our parts manager, Tim, tells me he is adding over 50 new parts
to our inventory each day. That is in addition to the boat parts he is
stocking that we already carry. US Boatworks recently made a huge
acquisition of Mercury and Mercruiser Sterndrive parts that are due to arrive
any day. Tim and Ron should be busy for the rest of December checking the
parts in and listing them on our inventory program.
If you are looking for hard to find Mercury outboard or Mercruiser sterndrive
parts, we may just have what you are looking for. Our inventory changes
dramatically from month to month, even in the winter months. Contact Tim at 913-342-0011 if you have further questions. You can also
email us at parts@boatengine.com.
Happy boating.
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Mercury Lower Units
Mercury
Lower Units
During the off season our mechanics are rebuilding lower units. One
mechanic rebuilds Mercury lower units so he is specialized in your Mercury
motor. Another mechanic builds
remanufactured Evinrude lower units
and Johnson gear cases. Finally we have a third mechanic who specializes
in
OMC and Mercruiser sterndrives.
Our mechanics have over 15 years experience each. Our inventory continues
to grow so if we do not have your lower in stock, we can build it to your exact
specifications in just a few days. We ship our lower units all over the
country. To keep shipping costs low for our consumer, we only charge you
our cost to get the unit to your door.
If you are looking for quality in your rebuilt lower unit, US Boatworks is
your answer. Contact Mike at 913-342-0011 if you have further questions. You can also
email us at parts@boatengine.com
Happy boating.
(read more)
We buy old boat parts and salvage marine inventory
Many marine dealers sell off their older boat part inventory at the end of
the season. Often times dealers will be going out of business or just need
some cash in the winter months, this is a great time for us to buy. US
Boatworks buys surplus inventory from marine and boat dealers throughout the
year.
We are always looking for used
lower unit
cores from Mercury, Evinrude, Johnson, Mercruiser, OMC and Volvo.
Salvage marine gearcases are
something we almost will always purchase from a dealer. Last year we were
able to buy about 50 lower unit cores from a dealer. This was great timing
as during the winter months we rebuild the gearcases so they are ready for sale
in the spring when our customers need them. US Boatworks is a major
supplier of
remanufactured lower units and
new marine gearcases. We
constantly are turning our inventory so new items are always needed.
If you are looking to liquidate some or all of your marine inventory, we may
be able to help. Contact Mike at US Boatworks at 913-342-0011 if you have further questions. You can also
email us at parts@boatengine.com
Happy boating.
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25 Year Anniversary
2009 is US Boatworks' 25 year anniversary. Back in 1984, Marty started
US Boatworks from his garage. His idea was to improve on the service boat
dealers offer.
First, boat dealers do not offer the option for using used parts in their
repairs. US Boatworks specializes in
used, salvage boat parts
for your marine needs. The parts are inspected to insure they are in good
shape. They also always come from fresh water engines, so there is no
worry about salt water corrosion. We sell and ship these parts all over
the country so feel free to ask about purchasing used parts for your boat motor.
Secondly, boat dealers have a minimal inventory of boat parts on hand.
What this means for you is two fold. One, you wait for the dealer to order
your parts to fix your motor which can add days or even weeks to your repair
turn around. And two, manufacturers stop making parts for their engines
after a certain number of years. If that is the case, you are out of luck
getting that part from your dealer. US Boatworks has over
25,000 different boat engine parts in stock
that means faster turn around time on your repair. It also means you can
ask about almost any Evinrude, Johnson, Mercury, Mercruiser, Volvo-Penta marine
part and odds are that we have it in stock for you.
Third, boat dealers had huge overhead so offering
Kansas City area discount boat repair
service is just not possible. US Boatworks is able to offer
labor rates discounted from what most area boat dealers offer because our
overhead is low.
Marty's dream to be a major retailer of boat parts and service has become
reality. Hard to imagine 25 years ago what a great concept he had.
We miss you Marty!
Contact Mike or Tim at US Boatworks at 913-342-0011 if you have further questions
about parts or service on your outboard or stern drive marine engine. You can also
email us at parts@boatengine.com
Happy boating.
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Marine Winterization and Boat Parts
Winterization under way
Our lot is full to the brim with
Kansas City area
boats to winterize. Many boaters decided to get their boats in for service
early this year due to the cold weather in Kansas and Missouri.
Our customers choose US Boatworks for our great rates and outstanding
reputation. Each winterization is personally performed by one
mechanic from beginning to end. Rest assured that your motor will be
properly winterized and safe from the upcoming freeze.
Another reason our
customers choose US Boatworks is because we offer
boat parts that are hard to
find. Parts for older boats that are not longer made are stocked by the
thousands. We get people from all over the United States looking for
marine parts. Most of our
old boat parts are
NLA - No Longer Available
marine parts
from the manufacturer. Once a manufacturer stops producing parts that fit
your boat, it can be very difficult or impossible to fix your motor.
The major brand boat parts we carry are
Mercury Marine, Mercruiser, OMC Cobra,
Johnson, Evinrude and Mariner. Our lower unit replacement
program offers you two choices. Choose a new lower unit or a
remanufactured lower unit by visiting our site.
For more information on any of
these products or service send us an email at
parts@boatengine.com or call us M-F
9-5 CST at 913-342-0011. TIm, Ron or Mike are happy to help you with your
boat repair or maintenance needs.
Happy boating.
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Marine Winterization and Boat Parts
Winterization under way
Our lot is full to the brim with
Kansas City area
boats to winterize. Many boaters decided to get their boats in for service
early this year due to the cold weather in Kansas and Missouri.
Our customers choose US Boatworks for our great rates and outstanding
reputation. Each winterization is personally performed by one
mechanic from beginning to end. Rest assured that your motor will be
properly winterized and safe from the upcoming freeze.
Another reason our
customers choose US Boatworks is because we offer
boat parts that are hard to
find. Parts for older boats that are not longer made are stocked by the
thousands. We get people from all over the United States looking for
marine parts. Most of our
old boat parts are
NLA - No Longer Available
marine parts
from the manufacturer. Once a manufacturer stops producing parts that fit
your boat, it can be very difficult or impossible to fix your motor.
The major brand boat parts we carry are
Mercury Marine, Mercruiser, OMC Cobra,
Johnson, Evinrude and Mariner. Our lower unit replacement
program offers you two choices. Choose a new lower unit or a
remanufactured lower unit by visiting our site.
For more information on any of
these products or service send us an email at
parts@boatengine.com or call us M-F
9-5 CST at 913-342-0011. TIm, Ron or Mike are happy to help you with your
boat repair or maintenance needs.
Happy boating.
(read more)
Boat parts from Mercury, Mercruiser, Evinrude and more
Boat Parts by the thousands
At last count we stock 25,000 different
boat parts and since we have
multiples of many parts, our total count is in the hundreds of thousands.
In the last 18 months our inventory of new parts has increased 25%. The
majority of these parts are your hard to find, no longer available, NLA, boat
parts. We also have a huge inventory of used or salvage boat parts which
are offered at a discount over new prices. If you have an older outboard
motor or even an older sterndrive motor and are in need of parts, US Boatworks
is the place to call, 913-342-0011. You can check out our website at
www.BoatEngine.com . Our email is:
parts@boatengine.com
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Happy Customers
Another happy OMC Lower Unit Customer.
We have a customer in California who purchased a
OMC Remanufactured Sterndrive. He sent us the following brief email explaining how happy he was with the purchase of his gear case and the exchange of his old core. We promptly credited his credit card after we received and inspected his old core.
Here are the emails:
Tue, Oct 6, 2009 7:47 pm
Subject: Re: Remanufactured lower unit
Mike,
Thank You so much for all your help. Your company has been a delight to deal with.
A very happy satisfied fisherman/customer
___________________
Sent: Tuesday, October 06, 2009 12:38 PM
Subject: Re: Remanufactured lower unit
We checked the core out today and all is good. We are putting $200 back on your credit card.
Thanks,
Mike
US Boatworks
www.BoatEngine.com
_____________________
I like to post these customer
testimonials so prospective customers are comfortable choosing, US Boatworks,
www.BoatEngine.com for their lower unit/
gearcase replacement. To check our inventory, contact Tim or Mike at US Boatworks at 913-342-0011
or
email us at parts@boatengine.com. We
welcome the opportunity to help you in your boat parts search.
Happy boating.
(read more)
Time to Winterize
Unless you are a die hard fisher, its probably time to get your outboard or
sterndrive motor winterized. Those of you in the Mid-West had better act
fast as the Mid-West is expecting a hard freeze in the next few days.
So what are your options? 1) You can do it yourself or 2) you can
take your boat in for
service. Here are a few
tips for you.
1) Have US Boatworks Winterize your boat for you:
Take the guess work out of it, sit back and let us do the work for you.
You will be comfortable knowing we will do the job right. US Boatworks
offers outstanding service and very knowledgeable staff. Tim, Ron and Mike
are amazing and know your boat and parts inside and out. Plus they love
what they do and take pride in it. We have seen many customers from
the old Bruce Marine this year. They are happy with the service at US
Boatworks and promise to come back in years to come. You can read more
about our happy customers throughout this blog.
Before coming down with your boat, please call 913-342-0011, to make sure we can
get to your boat before the freeze. We will make every attempt to take
care of all the customers who call us. Our lot is filling up quick.
2) Winterize your boat yourself:
US Boatworks caters to the do-it-yourselfer. Fell free to use our
winterizing
tips page assist you in winterizing your motor then get your parts and oil
from US Boatworks. We know what your motor needs and can assist you in
getting the right parts. If you need a manufacturer
boat motor service manual, we stock those too.
To check our inventory, contact Tim or Mike at US Boatworks at 913-342-0011
or
email us at parts@boatengine.com. We
welcome the opportunity to help you in your boat parts search.
Happy boating.
(read more)
Marine Engine Parts
More Marine Parts coming soon...
We at US Boatworks carry tens of thousands of different
boat parts. Most
of our inventory consists of older boat parts from Mercury, Evinrude, OMC,
Mercruiser, Johnson, Force and Volvo-Penta as well as current model marine parts
from these manufacturers. If you are having a hard time finding the
boat engine part you need, chances are that US Boatworks has it. We have
room in our 50,000 square foot building to store these parts. A lot of
boat dealers don't have the space or the desire to stock older boat parts.
That's where US Boatworks,
www.BoatEngine.com, comes in. We buy these older parts and stock them
to serve our customers and meet a need for them to be able to repair older boat
motors. One way we are able to stock these
old boat parts is through
salvage. We often times part out a old motor and thus sell them as
used boat parts.
Many customers appreciate the opportunity to buy
salvage boat parts as it
usually saves the customer money to buy
used marine parts over buying new
marine parts. Since we are continually buying parts, our inventory changes
quickly from day to day. If we don't have a part this week, we may just
stock it a few weeks later.
To check our inventory, contact Tim or Mike at US Boatworks at 913-342-0011
or
email us at parts@boatengine.com. We
welcome the opportunity to help you in your boat parts search.
Happy boating.
(read more)
Replacing Evinrude Lower Unit
Happy Customers
I wanted to pass on an email from a satisfied customer in Canada. He purchased a
remanufactured lower unit for his Evinrude outboard motor and is very happy.
Just an example of why you can feel confident in purchasing an
outdrive or any stern
drive or outboard boat
parts from US Boatworks,
www.BoatEngine.com .We go the extra mile to take care of our customers.
Here is his first email regarding receiving his lower unit with a new
impellor:Hi Mike
I just picked up the lower unit today and opened up the box and
found it to be in excellent order. I also noted on the invoice that it
states that a new water pump was installed at no charge. Thank you very
much if this has indeed occurred. Can you confirm that the water
pump/impellor has been replaced. I do not want to open it up and
disturb it if I do not have to. I'm sure you can understand that. This
was on the lower unit ordered for my 1977 Evinrude 55hp 2 cycl
outboard.
I will be getting the core unit off to you a soon as I can get it
into the box and send it back to you. I hope that you are not firm on
the return by 10-1-09 date as it will take some time for travel to you
from Canada. If you have any concerns with regards to the core return
time line please let me know.
Thanks so much for you help.
MarkHis second email to us stating that he is very happy with is
lower unit:
Hi Mike
Just to let you know that I am shipping the unit to you tomorrow
Monday September 28th, 2009. I hope that this is alright with you
and does not breach the return by date as I had to wait to go and
get it. I have enclosed a copy of the invoice as well.
I do want to tell you that the unit looks fabulous and the kids
are very happy to be able to get out fishing again.
Thank you so much for your
expertise and help.
A very happy and satisfied customer.
Mark
We thank Mark for his kind comments regarding his
Evinrude Lower Unit
purchase experience. Feel free to call Mike at US Boatworks should you
need help replacing your
Evinrude gearcase. You can
reach him at 913-342-0011 from 9 - 5 CST or send him an email at
parts@boatengine.comHappy boating.
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At home boat motor repair
When it comes to boat motors, we all know there is maintenance and some basic
repairs that can not be avoided. Always be sure to perform maintenance
recommendations from as suggested by your boat motor manufacturer. Ask any
boat owner and they will tell you that skipping these maintenance procedures
will end up costing you more in the long run. If you are comfortable make
some simple repairs around the house, you probably can try some maintenance on
your boat motor at home too.
To begin with, you will need your motor's manual. These manuals will
describe the recommended maintenance you should perform. Once you identify
which procedure your motor needs, contact US Boatworks to get the parts for your
boat. US Boatworks stocks recommended manufacturer boat parts and is happy
to ship these parts (at cost) to you. You may find some basic parts and
oil at discount stores but be ware, you get what you pay for. Original
manufacturer outboard motor oil is always recommended.
Can't find your
Mercury, Evinrude, OMC, Mercruiser, Chrysler, Force, Yamaha, Honda Shop Manual?
US Boatworks carries Clymer
motor manuals to assist you in your at home boat repair. Our
philosophy is to help boaters with do it yourself repairs, other dealers are not
so willing to sell you parts.
Contact Tim at US Boatworks at 913-342-0011 if you have further questions
for Kansas or
Missouri boat repair on your outboard or stern drive marine engine. You can also
email us at parts@boatengine.com.
Happy boating.
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At home boat motor repair
When it comes to boat motors, we all know there is maintenance and some basic
repairs that can not be avoided. Always be sure to perform maintenance
recommendations from as suggested by your boat motor manufacturer. Ask any
boat owner and they will tell you that skipping these maintenance procedures
will end up costing you more in the long run. If you are comfortable make
some simple repairs around the house, you probably can try some maintenance on
your boat motor at home too.
To begin with, you will need your motor's manual. These manuals will
describe the recommended maintenance you should perform. Once you identify
which procedure your motor needs, contact US Boatworks to get the parts for your
boat. US Boatworks stocks recommended manufacturer boat parts and is happy
to ship these parts (at cost) to you. You may find some basic parts and
oil at discount stores but be ware, you get what you pay for. Original
manufacturer outboard motor oil is always recommended.
Can't find your
Mercury, Evinrude, OMC, Mercruiser, Chrysler, Force, Yamaha, Honda Shop Manual?
US Boatworks carries Clymer
motor manuals to assist you in your at home boat repair. Our
philosophy is to help boaters with do it yourself repairs, other dealers are not
so willing to sell you parts.
Contact Tim at US Boatworks at 913-342-0011 if you have further questions
regardingKansas or
Missouri boat repair on your outboard or stern drive marine engine. You can also
email us at parts@boatengine.com.
Happy boating.
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watch out for that tree!
The fall fishing season is upon us. I was out at our new Lake Lenexa yesterday and saw plenty of kids catching fish. What a great time they were having in the cool fall evening. While you can only have trolling motors on Lake Lenexa, watching the smaller fishing boats got me to thinking about posting some fishing tips on this blog. I may start the forum so people can chime in on fishing tips.
The biggest fishing tip that I can come up with... If you are fishing in a man made -dam lake, try fishing by the tree stumps. Fish love to hang out around old stumps and logs. In fact, when they made Lake Lenexa they
purposely left stumps, logs and plastic tubes for the marine life. Great for the
fish, great for the fisher, not so great for your outboard motor. Hitting one of these stumps can cause damage to your propeller. That damage is obvious and not too terribly expensive to fix.
What if you damage your outdrive? Damage to your lower unit you can get into some costly repairs. Do your homework before making a decision on what to do. Here is some advice:
First: Be aware that your insurance policy should kick in to repair the outdrive after you fulfill the deductible. US Boatworks works with many insurance
companies and will fight to get your outdrive repaired properly. You can feel
comfortable knowing that the owner personally will see the job through to the
end and will personally talk with the claims adjuster so that all expenses are
understood by the adjuster. This helps you get a fair reimbursement.
Next: There are two choices to make regarding
your outdrive replacement. You can choose a new gear case or a
remanufactured gear case. US Boatworks,
www.boatengine.com carries both new and
rebuilt options. You can pick a Remanufactured quality gear case made with quality parts or you can choose a Brand New after-market gear case for some Mercury,
Yamaha, Johnson, Evinrude Outboard Motors and
Mercruiser Alpha I,
Gen II and
Bravo one I/O motors. No matter which you choose, you can feel comfortable knowing US Boatworks will take care of you. We have been in the
I/O
Outboard Replacement Drive business for over 25 years and know your motor inside and out. We will get your unit to you with the exact specifications you need. Call us for pricing at 913-342-0011 or get more information below.
Last: US Boatworks give you a credit for
sending your good used core to us -
outdrive exchange. We accept most cores back and pay you based on the
condition of your old marine engine core. Call us at 913-342-0011 for more
info.
Once again, happy boating.
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Old Boat Parts
Yesterday I made a huge purchase of
old boat parts. This purchase allows us to provide an amazing stock of boat parts for our customers. US Boatworks specializes in selling older, NLA
boat parts that most boat dealers won't bother with. This is a valuable service to those customers who want to repair their boat motor. After 5 years or so your boat motor manufacturer will not longer produce and
the dealer will no longer sell
boat replacement parts. That is where we come in. Please call us at 913-342-0011 or email us at parts@boatengine.com if you need
late model boat parts for your
Mercury, Mercruiser, OMC, Evinrude, Johnson or Volvo marine motor. We also offer
used boat parts and
rebuilt outdrives to help you with your repairs. (read more)
Monday, busy Monday
They tell me that after Labor Day, the boaters are putting up their boats for
the season, but that is not the case this year. Our
boat
parts are flying off the shelves. Customers are still coming in
from all over Kansas and
Missouri boat repair. This
past weekend the boaters were out on the Kansas area lakes because of the sunny
warm weather on Sunday.
One customer who came by today looking for a new outdrive told us he
destroyed the gear case on a tree stump in Smithville lake. Our
rebuilt outdrive was
the way he went to repair his motor. We explained the pros and cons of
both our new and
remanufactured outdrives.
In this case, he chose the quality of the rebuilt lower unit. We know he
will be happy with his decision for years to come & should he ever have a
problem with his outdrive, we will be
here. US Boatworks has been in the boat parts and repair business for over
25 years. We will be here in the future should you need us again.
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Boat Parts for Outboards- New fall hours
It had to happen eventually, the kids are back in school. Days are
getting shorter. Labor day just passed and US Boatworks is no loner open
on Saturdays.
We had a great season of Saturdays in 2009. We were open on Saturdays
to help our valued customers get to our shop to meet your needs. We saw a
lot of boats dropped off for boat repair on Saturdays. Additionally, many
customers can make it to our shop to pick up the boat parts they need.
If you need to get a hold of us during non-operating hours, please send us an
email at parts@boatengine.com.
You can always call us at 913-342-0011 Monday - Fridays 9 - 5 CST. We
appreciate the opportunity to serve you. We strive to the number 1 Kansas City boat
repair dealer in the area.
Contact Tim at US Boatworks at 913-342-0011 if you have further questions
about service on your outboard or stern drive marine engine. You can also
email us at parts@boatengine.com
Happy boating.
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Boat Parts Blog back on line
Due to some techincal difficulties, our blog has been down for about 3o days. If I was not so computer challenged it would not have taken 30 days to figure out how to get out blog back on line. But, here it is, the long awaited return of the Boat Parts, Repair and Maintenance Tips blog.
While our blog site was down, boaters were still getting out on the water. Despite a cool August in the Mid-West, boating traffic still remains high. When asking our customers what makes 2009 a better boating year than previous years, we most often hear that getting an existing boat back out on the water for the family vacation is a less expensive way to have family fun that flying somewhere, renting hotel rooms, renting a car...
The key to getting out on the water is preparing your boat each time before you go out. US Boatworks has a great summary of
boat preparation tips
you can check out. Should you find that your boat needs
boat parts or
boat service, check them out as well.
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August boating rush
August is upon us and I am finding that instead of thinking about back to
school plans, most boating families are still making boating plans. With
only 2-3 weeks left before school is in, getting your boat out on the water is a
priority. If you are experiencing mechanical boating problems, US
Boatworks can get your boat in for service with a quick turn around. Our
mechanics, servicing the Kansas City area, are working long hours to get you
back on the water as quickly as possible. Call 913-342-0011 for more
repair info or just bring your boat down. You can find directions to our
shop at
http://www.boatengine.com/directions.htm
Should you want to repair your boat motor yourself, we offer boat parts for
pick up or delivery. You will also find a knowledgeable staff that will
help you find the parts you need and are happy to do it.
Enjoy the water.
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Get your boat out on the water, the weather is great!
One month left of summer vacation
If you have kids in school, you are probably aware that there is about one
month left until they go back to school. A panic sets in at our house as
we try to get as much boating in as we can before school starts. The water
is plenty warm and, right now, the Mid-West is cooler than usual. Perfect
weather for boating, not too hot, not to cool.
Is your boat in need of repairs before your next trip out on the water?
Our Kansas City boat service
facility is plenty busy right now but if you need service on your boat, get it
into us TODAY and we will bend over backwards to get you back on the water asap.
We understand how crucial the last 30 days of summer vacation is to the family
boater. When you drop your boat off for service, that guarantees your
place in line. The first boat in the shop is the first boat our
technicians work on. Rest assured we only use quality
marine engine parts in your motor. Upon
request, we have quality, fresh water,
used boat parts at discounted prices.
Contact Tim at US Boatworks at 913-342-0011 if you have further questions
about service on your outboard or stern drive marine engine. You can also
email us at parts@boatengine.com
Happy boating.
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common boating questions
Our website, www.boatengine.com, sees
hundreds of email inquiries each week. The majority of our inquiries are
for marine upper gearcases and lower units. Both are expensive items in need of
frequent repair. If there is one thing boaters most frequently damage on
their boat, its the
upper gearcase and lower unit. Customers
are looking for a new or rebuilt upper gearcase and lower units. Mike
Tracy, President of US Boatworks, states that these inquiries are very
important. Customers need to do their homework, make calls to the dealers
to insure they are getting quality lower units. Remanufactured lower units
should come with some type of warranty too. The rebuilt unit warranty is
important to insure that you have recourse should your unit not perform as
intended. There are new upper gearcases and lower units that have a great
3 year warranty. For more information on
rebuilt lower units or new lower units, give
Mike a call at 913-342-0011.
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The 2009 boating season- an overview
Despite the downturn in the economy, we are seeing an uptick in boating in
2009. It seems that families are getting their boat out on the water this
year as an economical vacation option. With gas prices being much more
affordable in 2009 at less than $2.50 per gallon why not get that boat out?
The weather has been great for boating this year so get on out there.
If you have not had your boat out this season yet, be sure to follow our
boat maintenance tips to
get your boat running in tip top shape. For your convenience, here are the
highlights. This list is not all inclusive and you should always consult
your authorized boat repair shop prior before working on your boat. Should
you need
boat parts or a new or replacement
gear case, give Tim or Mike a call at
913-342-0011. They also can find
used boat parts for your
outboard motor or
sterndrive engine to save you money.
Boat Engine Maintenance Checklist:
Outboard Motors:
- Spark plugs must be replaced
- Inspect plug wires
- Verify gear lube is adequate
- Inspect tank, fuel lines, primer bulb
- All movable parts should be lubricated
- Check prop for damage
Water System:
- Flush water tank
- Check water system and pump
Electrical System and Components:
- Check :
- all navigation lights
- battery water level
- terminals for corrosion, clean and
lubricate
- gauges for operability
- electronics for proper
operation
- bonding system
- recharge batteries / replace batteries
- Inspect all wiring for wear
- Insure you have spare fuses
- Insure you have spare
bulbs
Happy Boating
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How to buy used boat parts
Marine Engine Parts - Fresh Water only
An important question to ask when you are buying
used boat parts is: Are they fresh water parts
or have the used marine engine parts been exposed to salt water? It seems
obvious enough that boaters would only put fresh water used parts on their boat
but if you don't ask, you might get used boat parts that are of little use to in
your marine engine. US Boatworks stocks only FRESH water used boat parts,
guaranteed. We are located in Kansas so we are hard pressed to see any
action from the salt water. Our used marine parts inventory continues to
grow every year and we always insure that we are stocking fresh water
boat parts. Since our inventory changes each day, it has been a huge
challenge to get them listed on-line accurately and timely. The best
option is to email Mike at
parts@boatengine.com or call Tim at 913-342-0011, 9-5 CST M-F and Saturdays
9-12 CST. Either Mike or Tim can check our used boat parts inventory to
let you know how we can save you money on your boat parts purchase.
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How to buy used boat parts
Marine Engine Parts - Fresh Water only
An important question to ask when you are buying
used boat parts is: Are they fresh water parts
or have the used marine engine parts been exposed to salt water? It seems
obvious enough that boaters would only put fresh water used parts on their boat
but if you don't ask, you might get used boat parts that are of little use to in
your marine engine. US Boatworks stocks only FRESH water used boat parts,
guaranteed. We are located in Kansas so we are hard pressed to see any
action from the salt water. Our used marine parts inventory continues to
grow every year and we always insure that we are stocking fresh water
boat parts. Since our inventory changes each day, it has been a huge
challenge to get them listed on-line accurately and timely. The best
option is to email Mike at
parts@boatengine.com or call Tim at 913-342-0011, 9-5 CST M-F and Saturdays
9-12 CST. Either Mike or Tim can check our used boat parts inventory to
let you know how we can save you money on your boat parts purchase.
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Used boat parts - Advantages
In this economy many do-it-yourselfers tell me they are looking for a way to cut costs. You still want to have fun out on the water so, doing your own boat repairs is a great way to go if you have
some mechanical knowledge. US Boatworks,
www.BoatEngine.com, is
an ideal company to call when your are looking for hard to find
boat parts. Their
boat parts inventory is one of the largest in the nation. The cool
thing about US Boatworks is they stock used, salvage boat parts. The
option of buying discount
used boat parts is
clearly the money savings but you also will find some hard to find parts in their
used boat parts inventory. Often times used boat parts are the way to go
because there new parts are no longer available (NLA).
If you are having trouble finding your Mercury, Johnson or Evinrude boat
part, I advise you call Tim at 913-342-0011, M-F
9-5 CST and Saturdays 9-12. He will do his best to find what you need.
Ask for Mike if you are looking for Mercury, Evinrude, Johnson Outboard lower
unit or Mercruiser, Volvo,
OMC Sterndrive
gearcase.
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Mercury & Mercruiser Engine Diagrams
BoatEngine.com -
US Boatworks launches the improved
Mercury Parts Express program. If you are looking for
boat parts and
accessories, try the
Mercury Parts Express site. Once you enter the site,
be sure to select US Boatworks as your trusted boat parts dealer. US
Boatworks offers a discount on boat parts purchased
through this site. If you prefer personal service when ordering parts,
call US Boatworks directly to place your order at 913-342-0011. US
Boatworks specializes in older, hard to find marine boat parts that you will not
find on Mercury Parts Express. If you are looking for late model outboard
parts or sterndrive parts, give us a call.
Mercury Outboard & Mercruiser Sterndrive parts lookup: A huge benefit of the
Mercury Parts Express site is the
free engine drawings or
diagrams with all part numbers listed to the side. Select the link of the picture of
the engine to get you to "find Parts". (You
are required to enter your email address to
access this area.) Next enter your serial #
to see your engine diagram.
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Mercury Marine Parts Express
Looking for Free Mercury / Mercruiser Parts Diagrams?
Mercury Marine has just launched its improved parts finder site. You now can enter the serial # of your Mercury Marine
Outboard or Mercruiser Sterndrive Motor and get detailed parts break downs and drawings.
This parts finder tool can be very valuable for the do-it-yourselfer who is looking for a specific replacement part. Once on the site, you can call US Boatworks at 913-342-0011 or email
us at Parts@BoatEngine.com & we can quote you on the part you are looking for. Many times we are significantly cheaper than the Mercury site. US Boatworks carries used parts and parts from 1950 - current.
The Mercury / Mariner site only goes back to the 1980's.
Here is the link:
http://www.boatengine.com/Mercury-Marine-Mercruiser-Parts-Lookup.html
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Spring boat maintenance
Getting that boat out for the first
time this season?
Below is a handy list of some things to
check before getting out on the water. Should you be
uncertain of how to perform any of these maintenance steps, be
sure to check with your boat mechanic. It is always a good idea to
have a certified mechanic check your boat out before your first
time out on the water. This could prevent ruining your
entire outing or vacation. Click here for more information
on our trained mechanics.
Maintenance Checklist:
Outboard Motors:
- Spark plugs must be replaced
- Inspect plug wires
- Verify gear lube is adequate
- Inspect tank, fuel lines, primer bulb
- All movable parts should be lubricated
- Check prop for damage
Water System:
- Flush water tank
- Check water system and pump
Electrical System and Components:
- Check :
- all navigation lights
- battery water level
- terminals for corrosion, clean and
lubricate
- gauges for operability
- electronics for proper
operation
- bonding system
- recharge batteries / replace batteries
- Inspect all wiring for wear
- Insure you have spare fuses
- Insure you have spare
bulbs
Trailer
- Verify your registration is current & obtain
required paperwork or stickers
- Check
- brakes
- tire pressure
- tire wear
- rollers and pads
- test lights and electrical
- safety chains
-
tongue lock
-
Lubricate:
- winch
- wheel bearings
- tongue jack
- wheel
For a great source for outboard motor and sterndrive motor parts, visit www.quality-boat-parts.com
