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AVOID THESE COSTLY MISTAKES
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Avoid These Costly Mistakes: Ensuring a Trouble-Free Day on the Lake
Boating is all about enjoying stress-free time on the water, but that joy can quickly turn into frustration if your boat breaks down. Prevent the hassle of getting stranded or losing weeks to repairs by investing in high-quality, reliable boat parts.
Proper maintenance and the right parts are essential to the health of your boat engine. While it may be tempting to save money by buying cheaper aftermarket parts, this decision often leads to higher costs in the long run when breakdowns and repairs become inevitable.
The Importance of OEM Boat Parts
Using OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) boat parts ensures your engine receives the quality it needs to perform optimally. Unlike aftermarket alternatives, OEM parts are specifically designed to meet your boat engine’s exact specifications.
When it comes to replacing significant components like your outboard lower unit or outdrive, the choice of parts is critical. Poor decisions here can lead to costly repairs and ongoing frustrations.
Common Mistakes to Avoid When Replacing Your Outdrive or Lower Unit
Using Overseas Aftermarket Units
- While cheaper, these units are often low-quality and prone to failure.
Choosing Rebuilt Units with Aftermarket Parts
- Inferior parts in rebuilt units can compromise the longevity and performance of your boat.
Buying Used Units Without Full Rebuilding
- Units without new internal parts are likely to fail, causing problems in the near future.
Purchasing Units Exposed to Saltwater
- Saltwater exposure can lead to hidden corrosion and long-term damage.
Relying on Units Rebuilt by Untrained Mechanics
- Proper training ensures that the unit is correctly rebuilt to meet the original specifications.
Overlooking Core Exchange Programs
- Core exchange programs not only save money but also promote recycling of old units.
Why Choose US Boatworks for Outdrive and Lower Unit Replacement?
At US Boatworks, we take pride in offering reliable, high-quality solutions that eliminate the risks associated with the common mistakes above. Our remanufactured lower units are designed to provide peace of mind and exceptional performance.
What We Offer:
- Cost Savings: Enjoy deep discounts while still getting top-tier quality.
- Expert Craftsmanship: Units are rebuilt in the USA by factory-trained mechanics.
- OEM Quality: Genuine OEM parts ensure durability and compatibility.
- Manufacturer Standards: Built to exact manufacturer specifications for reliability.
- Comprehensive Warranty: Each unit comes with a full one-year warranty.
- Complete Assemblies: Includes all internal parts, fully compatible with OEM drives.
- Core Exchange Program: Save money and help recycle your old unit.
- Fast Shipping: Most orders ship within 24 hours.
Don’t Take Chances – Buy the Best
Investing in quality OEM boat parts and remanufactured lower units from US Boatworks ensures you’ll spend more time enjoying your boat and less time worrying about repairs.
For more information on replacing your outdrive, visit our gearcase replacement page or give us a call at 913-342-0011.
Stay prepared, choose quality, and enjoy trouble-free boating this season!
Beth Tracy
I write about boat engine maintenance to help keep you out of the repair shop.
