Cleaning and Storing Clean Out Plugs on a Yamaha J

Proper cleaning and storage of the Clean Out Plugs

[@dannymoriarty3715]

Great tip. Took mine out today & could not get one of them back in! Used a tad bit of grease on the tip of the seal and it finally seated. Wished I had seen your video sooner. Thanks!

[@scottpeters9089]

Great tip. Mine was getting really tough to install. Did what you said. Lubed it up and stored outside, not locked in. Goes in like butter now. Perfect!

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

Glad to hear it helped.. thank you for watching the videos...

[@aztxtransport2776]

Just bought my FSH 190. Great to learn all these stuff from your videos. Thank you

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

AZ Tx Transport Awesome, congratulations on your purchase, you'll love it. I have been way off the grid lately but working on a few new videos soon... Happy new year..

[@cbaykal001]

Hi Rob, thank you for your efforts and the videos you have been sharing. I just bought my first boat as well. Learned a lot from you. Thanks.

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

John Baykal no problem my friend.. congratulations on the new purchase....

[@beauford54]

Great tip! Thank you! And thank you for your service! Just got a new Yamaha AR250 and am glad I saw this!

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

Congratulations on your purchase. You'll love it !

[@cer7cer7]

Thanks for the video. A genuine thank you for your service. I know I'm commenting 5 yrs after the making of the video, but the info is still relevant to me. Thanks again.

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

I'm glad it helps brother.. thank you for watching...

[@allenbenjamin8709]

Thanks for this tip! Of course my dealer failed to tell me this helpful info and I had a helluva time trying to get these back in after cleaning out the chambers! Hopefully the silicone will keep me from having to repair them! Thanks for your service.

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

The dealer that I bought my 1st Yamaha didnt tell me either. Its wasnt until we moved to Florida that we were told about it... now I take them out everytime we come out of the water..

[@Cstock17]

Thanks for the tip man. And, thanks for your service!

[@socal33]

Hey Rob. I just bought my first boat, a 2008 AR210 with 147 hours on the engines. Looks great and I want to keep it that way. Thanks to you, I now have a out $60 worth of spray cans stacked up in my Amazon cart! Thank you for the information. I would NEVER have known these tips just by reading the manual. I also live in Florida so the elements both above and below the water appear to demand vigilance. I'll be watching the rest of your videos, of that you can be sure.

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

socal33 .. Congratulations on your purchase, you will love the hell out of it. I haven't made any new videos lately but I am getting ready to replace all of my speakers, add an amp and another 10 inch sub so ill be taping that for everyone.. Enjoy!

[@heepstuff2868]

Good tip. Recently bought an '05 SX230, which is a whole new world from my previous stern drive. One thing I probably wouldn't do though, is spray it on the plugs like you did, right over the swim platform, unless you like falling on your ass. Even if it doesn't make it slick, I'd guess the solvents are likley to eat at the foam.

[@jameswathen2376]

Semper Fi Rob! Thanks for the tips!

[@ProEdgeSkating]

Thank You for the information... I never was told to keep them out. I wont make that mistake again.

[@2500HDjeff]

I use the hell out of the shot at work ..great idea thanks

[@jesussolano8319]

Hey rob I have a 1999 ls2000 I’m having a super hard time removing my plugs any ideas or suggestions to get them removed? Thankyou! Love your content!👍🏼

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

There are a few things you can do. You can spray some penatrating oil there and let sit over night. Some have tried packing ice around them to allow the seals to shrink. Or even a combination of the two..

[@leea.6101]

“...rubber seals need to breathe...” They’re no longer breathing when coated with silicone. I clean mine, spray with silicone, and then reinstall. Never had an issue with them being stuck.

[@garymiller3343]

Rob i have a question for u. Found a chunk of gold color metal sheared sort of in half in my wet storage. Last week the plugs flew out when i gassed it. We r still breaking it in. I thought i had them both in tight but obviously not. Want to shoot u a pic to see if it is something u have come across

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

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[@samquisenberry8112]

Awesome tip thanks. I just bought a 2014 242 Limited. I’m trying to figure shit out after having an onboard outboard for years. Today on the lake the boat stalled. Turned it back on and it ran high rpms when I tried to give it gas. Ran no wake back to the dock. Opened the intakes and one little weed. Is that it? What else should I look for?

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

Not sure why the rpms would run high after restarting.. as far as weeds go, it will take more than just a little to have an adverse effect. I always have an eagle eye for weeds and continuously checking the pissers to ensure they are still pushing water. If you see a drop in those, then there may be a weed build up.. stop, double check, clear it and then back to fun.

[@keithpatterson5341]

Sam did you find out what the issue was? I had the same issue yesterday? [e-mail]

[@samquisenberry8112]

Keith Patterson No. I reset to stops and made sure they are seated properly. My boat has been running great ever since. My only theory is the seal came loose some how.

[@aztxtransport2776]

Hey Rob, i noticed i had grease when the boat came new, wont be a good idea just to rub the inside with some marine grease? Or it will mess the seals?

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

Where was the grease?

[@aztxtransport2776]

Rob's Yamaha Jetboat DIY Maintenance Around the clean out plug, and inside the housing. i noticed it was more than enough.

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

@@aztxtransport2776 I wouldn't worry about it, but I wouldn't use grease on the clean out plugs in the future. Use silicone spray.. yamaha sells it relatively cheap..

[@judithaharon8356]

Would you recommend this boat for salt water? Do you have any issues are tips for the 2013 24.2 Limted S We are thinking about purchasing this boat.

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

Absolutely. This boat performs well no matter the water, mine has been in saltwater from day one. There are additional maintenance measures you have to take. Flushing and washing each and everytime you take it out. That's just this boat, but any boat in saltwater.. 2013s are nice boats, I would definitely take it to an outside source and have them take a look. Buying used is ok, but you never know what the original owner did, or didnt do to it.

[@tantrum3922]

Hello Rob. I am new to your channel and I appreciate your videos. I recently purchased a 2021 195S. My question: Is it possible to remove and reposition the steering wheel so the spokes line up evenly when the keel is in the center position? My boat the wheel sits cockeyed when I am cruising straight. It drives me nuts. I marked the wheel with a piece of tape so I know where dead center is. Do you know anything about this? The Yamaha dealer said they just come that way...booo

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

I have never done anything with the steering wheel but I do understand the OCD that the stock one creates... watch this video.. it'll help you deal make a decision.. kzbin.info/www/bejne/m2OsoZ-mpNWHgpo

[@customerservice3804]

So is it safe to use CRC for cleaning the out plugs and storing?

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

CRC products are OK to use however, Yamaha's products are a little better but more expensive. I used the CRC product for a few years and I never had an issue. You should clean the seals at least once a week with soap and water and Salt Terminator and then re coat with the silicone.. My lasted 4 years and were still in great shape last week when I traded the boat in....

[@customerservice3804]

What did you get now? Did you stay with Yamaha or got another brand?

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

we got a 2016 ar240

[@MsMikie24]

Just watched your video. I have a 2012 Yamaha AR190. Bought it used from a friend. I have been tinkering with it and cleaning. The problem I’m having is the clean out plug is stuck. I have watched many videos on pulling this. But, here’s my theory..the release button does not engage. It can be pushed in, but it doesn’t stay. Thinking that’s why the plug won’t come out. I saw a video that shows a plastic piece inside with a small spring. Is this what engages the button and does that mean I need to replace the whole thing? Another question I have , Is it okay to remove the 8 screws to plug to be able to remove it without pulling it? I’m a 79 year old grandmother, who was married to a proud Marine for 30 years. He taught me how to be mechanical and I take great pride in gettin’ dirty and doing things myself. Semper Fi! Thanks for any help you can give me.

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

Hello you lady! So, you mentioned that the release button still functions properly itself, then the release should of the plug should also function properly. I would guess that the plug is just stuck and / or corroded in place. You might want to try a penatrating oil amd ketbit soak overnight, or some people have also tried packing the cleanout chamber with ice in order for it to shrink a little before trying to pull it out. I hope this is helpful. Good luck..

[@MsMikie24]

@@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162 Yes, I’ve tried all those things (ice, soaking, 2x4 on the button, etc.). But, my point is, when I push the release button, it does not stay engaged. It pops right back. So, I don’t think it’s releasing the latches on the plug. I thought it might be in that small plastic box, with the spring. I assume this is what may lock the button and retract the unlocking mechanism on the plug. What I wondered, is, can I get the whole plug out by removing the 8 screws or will this just complicate my issue.

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

Yes, you can take the screws out, and the plug itself will come apart. Be careful doing that because the bottom portion may fall to the ground. If that doesn't work, then it definitely means it's corroded in place.

[@MsMikie24]

@@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162 Thanks! I’m on it. Let you know what happens. 🙄

[@MsMikie24]

GOT IT!!!🎊🎊🎊 Loosened the screws, but only one would come completely out. Tried pulling on it manually and it wouldn’t budge. Finally, borrowed a floor jack from a neighbor. Hooked it to the handle and eased it on out. The little white box with spring was laying clear on the other side of the plug and no spring. Just ordered a complete assembly. Wow! That was fun! Couldn’t have done it without you! You’re my new BFF. ☺ Should have videoed it and become a “rock star”. My grandchildren would be so impressed. Thanks again!

[@dcpricenj]

CRC is not recommended for plastic. Won't that break down the cleanout plug housing? Check the can? Let mw know

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

+dcpricenj - I have read the can and it does in fact state that. I have not had any problems with the housing showing signs of break down thus far. So, just to be sure, I sent an email to CRC asking them to provide guidance on the following 2 questions: 1. Will the Silicone spray cause damage to plastic if applied as a generalized coating, or over spray? 2. Or, is the statement on the can intended to avoid its use on plastic as a lubricant to eliminate friction between plastic parts?I will let you know what say. Thanks for the comments.Rob

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

+dcpricenj = OK I heard back from CRC.. They did confirm that some plastics are susceptible to adverse reactions from the acetone, not the silicone. Based off of my own experience using the CRC silicone for over year now, I do not believe that the plastic that is used for the clean out plugs are such a material as I have not had seen any type of break down. Below is the response from CRC in its entirety..Again, thanks for the comments Mr. Wallace: Thank you for your inquiry. Heavy Duty Silicone, part number 05074 or 05174, contains acetone as the diluent which allows us to aerosolize the silicone. When sprayed the acetone will evaporate off, but some plastics can react immediately with the acetone. These plastics could become brittle, crack or craze, and or melt. We would suggest spraying the silicone into a clean cloth or rag and wait for the acetone to evaporate within a few minutes. Once the acetone is evaporated you may wipe the cloth over the area to transfer the silicone to the surface. We hope that we have addressed your concerns, please do not hesitate to contact if you have questions or concerns.

[@cryptodumus4577]

Have you tried Lanotec? its made from Sheep wool and is better than the the oil based products. It protects metal from rusting and is also good on rubber. Also its natural and bio-degradable.

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

I have never heard of that. I will look into it. Thanks for the info!!

[@briancain7202]

First thank you fir your service! My question: I just bought a 2010 242 Limited S and tried to remove my clean-outs but my port plug seems stuck! Do you twist counter clock wise to unseat or is it press the release and strait up? Also have you ever had one stuck and how did you get it unstuck?

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

Thank you Brian, it was my pleasure serving.. i have not had one get stuck... A 2010 has the push button and straigh up and out... Here's the deal, there are rubber seals around the plugs and as you know, rubber expands and contracts with temp and weather, they NEED to come out after every use. Once out spray with silicone to keep the seal from dry rotting and or expanding in place which is what you have. I would get some light oil, like a fogging oil or a penetrating oil and spray it, liberally, down along the edges and let it sit over night. Once you get it out, inspect for damage.. you may want to consider changing both plug seals. The kit is less than $100 if you do it yourself... if you cant get it out, take to dealer.... hope that helps....