Which work best? OEM or Generic Fuel Lines
Our phone rings continuously with about boat motors not running properly. At times, we try to help our customers trouble shoot the problem over the phone. No sense in bringing a boat in for service if the answer is a quick solution that the owner can handle. So, when discussing the poor performance complaints, popular […]
We buy Lower Unit Cores
The busy summer season is still upon us and the demand for rebuilt boat lower units is high. Customers who purchase a lower unit from US Boatworks are eligible for a refund when you return a good core back to us. If you are one of those customers, send your core back to us – […]
How to launch a boat
People that have grown up boating seem to think that there is nothing to towing and launching a boat correctly. When you are around it a lot its like second nature maneuvering your vehicle so the trailer goes where you want it to go and slipping into the water for a fun filled day. But […]
Happy Independence Day!
US Boatworks will be open this MONDAY, JULY 3 from 9-5 pm to serve you before the July 4th holiday. We are closed Tuesday, July 4 and will re-0pen Wednesday, July 5 at 9 am. This July 4th many families will travel to their favorite lake and take their boat out on the water. As usual, hours of […]
Is your boat safe? Find out for free!
The US Coastguard Auxiliary has free tools to check the safety of your boat. Their Vessel Safety Website allows boaters to become educated on boating safety. First, download the Vessel Safety Manual to be clear on the rules and regulations regarding boating safety. Second, do an online virtual vessel safety check that addresses of the following: […]
Boat Safety Checklist
Planning for a day out on the lake can take some time. The most skilled planner will have lists of items to buy before the trip, items to bring in the car for the ride to the lake and also a list of items to go on the boat. Of course we remember the snacks and […]
Announcing our new Volvo-Penta DPS-A Upper
US Boatworks now proudly remanufactures the Volvo-Penta DPS-A upper unit gearcase in several different configurations. Our rebuilding department has been hard at work remanufacturing quality Volvo Sterndrive Housings in several different specifications to meet your needs: DPS-A UPPER (22/23) 1.68 RATIO, OEM#3842918 DPS-A UPPER (22/23) 1.78 RATIO, OEM#3842918 DPS-A UPPER (22/23) 1.95 RATIO, OEM#3842918 DPS-A UPPER (21/26) 2.11 RATIO, […]
Introducing Our New Volvo-Penta DPS-A Lower Unit
US Boatworks now proudly carries the hard to find Volvo Penta DPS-A gear case in several different configurations. Our remanufacture department has been hard at work this winter to make the quality Volvo Sterndrive Housings in the following specifications: DPS-A LOWER (17/29) 1.78 RATIO, OEM#3842842 DPS-A LOWER (17/29) 2.11 RATIO, OEM#3842842 DPS-A LOWER (16/30) 1.95 […]
Boat Maintenance Tips
The calendar says it’s almost spring even though all the clouds and rain make it feel like a distant dream. As we are just entering the month of April, its time to get your boat out of storage and begin your spring boat maintenance. So the question is: where to start? First, ask yourself if […]
Duck Season!
Judging by the huge quantity of duck boats we have in our repair shop for tune ups right now, it seems that duck season is upon us. Learn some boat repair tips below. To be sure your first duck hunting trip this year goes smoothly, we highly suggest your outboard motor is running in top […]
Winterization Service Options
Winterizing your motor before the first hard freeze is extremely important to prevent expensive damage come spring time. A cracked block as a result of freezing will cost thousands of dollars not to mention missed time out on the lake next spring while you wait for your motor to be repaired. Spend the time and […]
OEM vs Generic Fuel Lines
We receive numerous phone calls each day about boat motors not running properly. Often times we try to help our customers troubleshoot the boat fuel line problems over the phone if possible. No sense in bringing a boat in for service if the answer is a quick solution that the owner can handle.So, when discussing the […]
Which Outboard Motor Oil Is Best?
2 and 4 stroke motor oil is readily available at discount stores or automotive stores. The price is slightly cheaper than the OEM boat engine oil so we often get the question: “Can I safely use the aftermarket or generic oil in my outboard motor?” The bottom line answer is: You get what you pay for.The […]
US Boatworks Open Saturday July 2
US Boatworks will be open this SATURDAY, JULY 2 from 9-Noon to serve you. We are closed Monday, July 4 and will re-0pen Tuesday, July 5 at 9 am. This July 4th weekend many families will descend to their favorite lake to get their family boat out on the water. Often times hours of preparation […]
Safety Equipment for Boating
Planning for a day out on the lake can take some time. The most skilled planner will have lists of items to buy before the trip, items to bring in the car for the ride to the lake and also a list of items to go on the boat. Of course we remember the snacks […]
Mercury Marine Premier Dealer US Boatworks
Kansas City’s Mercury Marine Premier Dealer is once again US Boatworks. Mercury Marine reserves the title “Premier Dealer” for only the best Mercury Marine parts dealers in the nation. These Mercury Marine dealers invest a considerable amount of time each year to ensure they meet the requirements of this honorable distinction. Mercury Marine evaluates the […]
Boat Maintenance Guidelines
Spring is finally here with high temps in the 70’s all week. It’s great to be out enjoying the sunshine and what better way to do it than getting your boat out? Before you take your family and friends out on the water for the first time this year, it’s a good idea to make sure […]
Open Saturdays 9-Noon
Its going to be unseasonably warm this weekend. It feels like spring is in the air as our phones are ringing off the hook and customers are lining up to get their boats ready for the season. Since our customers need us, we will be open on Saturdays beginning February 27. Normally we wait for the […]
Last Saturday of the Season
Tomorrow is the last Saturday we will be open in 2015. Starting in November, US Boatworks will be closed on Saturdays through February. This allows for a much needed break for our employees. Its a time for us rejuvenate over the winter and prepare for boating season 2016. If you haven’t winterized your boat yet, please do […]
The inventor of the outboard motor
The CBS Sunday Morning show with Charles Osgood ran a short history on the invention of the outboard motor. Watch the story here: Be sure to watch to the end. The CBS studio has a beautiful new Evinrude E-TEC motor on display. You can customize the color panel on this E-TEC to match your […]
