How to flush and De-Salt Your Boat Motor BETTER! (Outboards or Inboards)

[@jeffheintz3163]

Wow! Been boating 30 years. Have never heard or thought of the wash down trick. I usually only click on videos with some scantily clad bikini girl. LOL Glad I took the chance, great video!

[@scottnra]

Jeff Heintz does that mean I should start shooting boat vids in a Speedo? LOL. (Sorry for that mental image) I appreciate the great comment bud. Stick around. We're going to have fun this year. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@cruzmaria135]

@@scottnra What Tight rabbit ears brand do you recommend? Most are crap, and leaks water everywhere, except towards inside the Engine where it Belongs..... Thanks for the Great Tips, and Funny out- takes... LMAO.

[@davidfrank2824]

Excellent advice you were spot on with everything you were saying. This can do more to save you money than anything else that you do. If you are in brackish water you really need to do this. From our very first boat that we had was inboard outboard I can say as we were moving up in size all together we might have had three of these type of drivetrain. Right away I started reading everything in books magazines and as the internet was becoming what it is today I would turn to that when I would find an article. We have at least three maybe four earmuffs in our garage. Once we moved up to a bigger boat we did not need to do this any longer. Now whenever I get a chance to go fishing I still do a engine flush before anything else is done on the boat. If my wife is here when I get back she comes out with the ear muffs and the hose ready to go. Also got that little kit you have that does make it easier to apply the chemical. Also got the big jug for winterizing. I am a person who believes on working on his own vehicles. It doesn't matter if it's a car truck boat motorcycle Even right down to the yard equipment. My friends laugh at me saying that I'm just a cheap man and that's how I'm able to afford the life that we live. And I always give the same answer. if you are capable of doing something it should not matter what your bank account looks like. Fixing things yourself will keep your bank account where it is usually at and not spending it on something I can do myself. My wife was watching this with me and when you showed your boat she punched me and told me no you're not buying that boat. I had to tell her it was about maintenance on your outdrive not an advertisement to buy another boat. A lot of times when I see something I like I put it on the big screen for her to see it. Thank you for sharing your information and your experience. I enjoy watching videos of people knowing what to do.

[@scottnra]

Thanks david frank and you're right, maintenance is key to protecting investments like this. BTW, you could do worse than that NauticStar! haha Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@Raider243270]

HEcK YEA!!! NOW THAT WAS A GREAT informative video!

[@scottnra]

Thanks Steve Dotson I hope you get a chance to check out some of the other boat care and fishing videos we have on here too. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@alannguyen9687]

That’s a very cool tip to remember with the wash down hose and the flush port. Thank you!

[@scottnra]

Alan Nguyen Glad to help. Share it around if you can. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@ESPPsycho]

You did a really great presentation. This video was clear and to the point. Thank you.

[@scottnra]

Flylikechris glad it helped! Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@keithguin]

Great tip with the raw water to flush port connection! Wish I had seen this before having impeller issues 23 miles out. The four hour trip with cooling breaks for my almost new engine was not fun.

[@scottnra]

Keith Guin I'll bet! Now you'll know for sure. Impellers should be changed out about every 300 hours according to Yamaha. but you can always suck something up and get in trouble. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@irasaposnik6511]

They never are ,are they

[@seansadventures-flyingtrav7901]

Cool info....I just installed a wash down pump and now can use this, if needed. Thanks!

[@scottnra]

You're Welcome @seansadventures-flyingtrav7901! I hope you will subscribe and check out some of the other boat care videos here: kzbin.info/aero/PLYKMXAVLid5XidkGzkFFhGhv-1kjZK-lN I am trying hard to get to 100k subscribers and post a lot of boating and fishing vishing videos. Merry Christmas and Happy 2024! Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@IG_Don40]

Nice video. But why did you say you can’t flush the motor while it’s running with the flush port, then you said you can make it home with the raw water connected to the flush port?

[@scottnra]

Garvin I you run the motor from the flush port only some of the water is going to get to the water pump and running it with limited flow like that can damage it. If you are out on the water and it's already damaged, we don't care about it anymore. (it already needs to be fixed) We just want to get back in to the dock. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@shannonfishkill8957]

It will only damage it if you rev the motor it is only designed for idle only. according to Yamaha‘s shop manual it is safe for the water pump as some water is directed to the impeller. But if you rev the motor Beyond 1000 RPMs you risk damaging the impeller or your upper seals

[@johntaylor2337]

Great video and info. Going to get the de-salt kit and loved the washdown tip! Just subscribed!

[@scottnra]

Thanks John Taylor! Everything we've used from The Better Boat has been an awesome product. You're going to love it. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@dubzy8334]

Thanks for all the great info. I have a question. Why use the ear muffs at all, if you can just hook up the water supply to the flush port? You are doing it with the hypothetical blown water pump, so it works with the motor running, so why do we need to flush with ear muffs? Am I missing something

[@scottnra]

Dubzy Flushing Its mentioned in the video but when using the flush port, you DON'T run the motor as it can damage the impeller. Also if the engine is cold t-stats will be closed so you don't get all of the water ways. If you use the flush port on a hot engine it gets it all. (no running engine) if you have to flush after it cool off, your better off with muffs or a bag and your desalt solution. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@rondixon3875]

I'd like to hear this also

[@turtledreamgaming9015]

Great video! I have a sundeck 190 and it’s my first boat. I took it out once and now I know to flush it after every use and I only go in lake water

[@scottnra]

TurtleDREAM Gaming glad to help. If you maintain the motor correctly; oil changes, lower unit gear oil, fuel filters, and water pump, it will last a lifetime. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@peteparker7003]

The suction for the raw water will not work if the intake is not underwater. More than likely you will not be able to get on plane ! Use caution! Kk

[@scottnra]

@peteparker7003 That's why I said you have to turn ON the raw water pump.... Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@gm1937]

Great video and a quick question: I have an inboard outboard that I flush with fresh water after every use. Engine is a 2009. Does it make sense to start using the desaulting product at this point?

[@scottnra]

@gm1937 YES! it will take any salt deposits out of the engine and make it last longer anyway. You most likely have some in there, you will want to get out. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@gm1937]

@@scottnra thanks I do appreciate the reply I boat in the Long Island sound/NY

[@markkus1134]

Technically you cannot do it correctly with a hose the thermostats will not open so your bypassing you have to have a garbage can to lower the lower unit in to get the water up to temperature with salt away added

[@scottnra]

Thermostats open on temp which you will get in a minute or two running the engines. You will flush everything on the water side this way according to Yamaha and the mechanics at the biggest dealer in Richmond. :-) That said, some of the larger engines will not let you run muffs due to dual pickups on the lower unit. For those I have the water trough method shown here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYiTdZyCgtykfqM

[@markkus1134]

@@scottnra ok what I do is at the end of the season I run my outboard in a garbage can with salt away in it for about 45 minutes insuring the water is hot and t stat is open worked great over 10 years Yamaha f60 motor spotless inside and change your internal anodes also

[@jponyboyace]

My sho 175 will not piss out water with just ear muffs…..thoughts?..never saw anything like this…we must submerge above the intakes just above prop

[@scottnra]

jponyboyace YEP! Let me show you how we flush the bigger engines on the new boat including desalting. (And believe it or not it uses less water!) See this one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYiTdZyCgtykfqM Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@peteparker7003]

My 115 yamaha will not discharge out of the pee hole, works fine when running ! Is this normal?

[@jeduardo38]

WOW, GREAT INFORMATION. The De Salt Kit is on my List. Thank you.

[@scottnra]

James Eduardo you're welcome. Gotta take care of that investment! Tell better boat Scott from KZbin Sent you Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@cruzmaria135]

What Tight rabbit ears brand do you recommend? Most are crap, and leaks water everywhere, except towards inside the Engine where it Belongs..... Thanks for the Great Tips, and Funny out- takes... LMAO.

[@scottnra]

@cruzmaria135 They all blow water everywhere until the motor starts then they suck what they can with the water pump and the rest squirts out the sides. That's just how they work. I like the ones that feed from both sides though like this one from Better boat: amzn.to/3XotPhO (Their boat soap is AMAZING too! Thanks for the nice words man. I really appreciate it. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@rondixon3875]

Manufactures tell you not to run the motor during out of water flushing

[@scottnra]

Ron Dixon Only if using the side hose connection. when using muffs, you have to run it to work. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@jejoko]

NOPE! Next time fill that salt a way dispenser with barnicle buster. Now that's the way to properly flush an engine.

[@scottnra]

Jerry Kobold I've had more than one experienced Mechanic tell me about the De-salt solution working miracles. None have mentioned barnacle buster... Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@MrDjSaneR]

Great video - Question: You said that if you flush the engine immediately while it's still warm that it should flush everything. What is the cutoff time when the flush port is no longer sufficient and I'll have to use the muffs to properly flush the engine?

[@scottnra]

MrDjSaneR That's a hard one to answer. I would think it would depend on the temperature outside as well. Once the engine cools enough to let the t-state close, muff would be a better choice. HOWEVER the flush port isn't a bad way to go. It just might miss a couple passageways as I understand it. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@wizardsrobloxgamingchannel9628]

If you’re flushing it, let it flush for 15- 20 minutes. It will definitely flush out all the salt for sure.

[@ep4684]

My understanding is that motors today will allow water past the thermostat for the flush. That’s what the Merc reps say anyway. Don’t ask me how it works.

[@Bushgator]

I have a Xcursion 21C pontoon it has two containers that don’t drain they fill up halfway so it’s best to keep fresh water in those I don’t have a clean water wash out for a tank to be able to haul clean water will a bilge pump do the same thing? And if you run out of fresh water can you bucket fill it up with salt water to get you back?

[@scottnra]

David K These engines use a pretty high flow rate. Probably in the area of 5+ gallons per minute. No way you'll have enough water stuck in the boat for engine cooling. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@bugmanmech]

So I can run the engine home without the water pump working by using the flush port. Cool. Why can't I run the engine for flushing at home with hose hooked to the flush port?

[@scottnra]

Joe because if you are running the motor off of the raw water pump to the flush port we are assuming that your water pump is already shot. Running the engine from the flush port can damage the water pump impeller. (We don't care about it if it's already broke and we need to get back to the dock) Make sense? Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@georgenettlesjr1466]

My 90 2 stroke don't have that porr!😢

[@scottnra]

@georgenettlesjr1466 Well flushing is still important, but I get it. Some of the smaller/older models don't have it. I hope you subscribed. I have a lot more boat and fishing videos coming for 2024 as well as a couple LIVE events we're going to have to answer questions or give little seminars on the fishing we do. Just turn on mortifications with that bell icon so you don't miss them. Plus I'm trying to get to 100k in 2024! Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@Gnodeh]

High ..very nice info ...i have a Mercury outboard 115hp and my boat is marine docking...can I do the desalt remove from the flush port and start the engine?

[@scottnra]

no...NO. Dont run the engine while using the flush port. Also, start your flush while it's still hot. THat way you'll get all of the passageways. Running the engine with the impeller out of the water can damage it. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@pwelch5944]

Instead of using your fresh water tank water could drop a hose in the lake, brackish or salt water. My fresh water tank is only 6 gallons and that would not last very long?

[@scottnra]

pwelch5944 you may have misunderstood. you want to use your RAW WATER washdown pump. That's unlimited. plus the pump is big enough to do the job. Freshwater system is not going to work well at all. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@ultimatejay]

Great tip at the end 👍

[@scottnra]

Thanks ultimatejay! I'm glad you liked it. Check out some of the other boat care videos we has as well. Taking care of that big money investment is important. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@AmericanConstellation]

I know it tough, but the best way to flush your motor is to put it into a barrel. It's under pressure like it is on the water. If you want to tune your motor, put it in a barrel. That's how it's going to run on the water.

[@scottnra]

Pelt Down Posse true, but it makes it harder to use the desalt solution which does a lot to protect the internals. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@brandonthorbahn138]

Out board motors are required to be flushed with freshwater for at least 10 minutes after a saltwater run. Per Yamaha manufacture in Georgia.

[@scottnra]

brandon thorbahn and Desalt solution is even better! First fresh water flush, and then desalt flush. Best of both and leave a coating on surfaces to protect until next time. (Did you watch the video?) Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@keithguin]

Also, can't seem to get good suction with muffs on my 200. Will taping any of the additional intake ports help? I'm thinking this is the reason I had the impeller issue.

[@scottnra]

Keith Guin It could be your hose bib or hose. The motor really wants about 8 gpm and most hose only give you about 4 or 5 if you are lucky. A long hose could be even less. You might try the flusher that feeds on both sides and use a short hose. That might help. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@brandonthorbahn138]

Been on a lot of nauticstar boats in the Annapolis area and in my opinion they’re not built very well.

[@scottnra]

Well this video is about how to flush MOTORS to make them last longer...but since you mentioned it, what are you comparing the NauticStar too?

[@patrickscoggins1]

Excellent video and tips! Are you aware if this flush will help with rust buildup in the water cooling system, hoses, etc? I have a Mercruiser 5.0 MPI in/outboard. Thx in advance!

[@scottnra]

Patrick TX yes it will! It will also help clean out any salt deposits already in there. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@kimseymour8896]

That is a great idea on losing your water pump. I’m in Alaska and tow Company’s just don’t exist in a lot of places in our state. So for us that’s a big deal safety tip that will save our lives thanks so much !

[@scottnra]

Kim Seymour glad it helped! happy fishing up there! Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@robertomeira8417]

Is it appropriate to use this product every time after browsing? Thank you!

[@scottnra]

Roberto Meira I do, after every trip. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@shadyfieldhomestead1974]

My house water pressure is only 35 psi. When I try to use the attachment, it doesn’t have enough to go through the engine just all the port holes in the lower unit, not peeing from the tell tale. Anyway, if I use the earmuffs, is that 35 psi going to be enough pressure?

[@scottnra]

@shadyfieldhomestead1974 it's not the pressure its the volume that's the problem. Your engine pump isn't dependent on pressure, but it is dependent on have enough water available for the GPM it is trying to flow. I'd be surprised if it worked with that low a pressure on probably a 1/2" line. You'd be better off with a tub like the one in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYiTdZyCgtykfqM Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@shadyfieldhomestead1974]

@@scottnra yeah that’s exactly what I did. I bought a 57 gallon tub from Home Depot and filled it up, it worked perfectly. Thanks

[@gregnettles3677]

so were isn the data on this product?And if it really cleans the water jackets?

[@scottnra]

Greg Nettles Well I'm not taking my motor apart to look, but ask any marine mechanic what they think about the various salt away type products. You'll see. :-) Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@IanVanMann]

Thanks very informative from here in the UK. Do turn on one engine at a time or both on at the same time ?

[@scottnra]

Ian Van Mann only run an engine if the hose is attached with the muffs at the water intake on the lower unit. a hose BARELY has enough flow for one motor. You will not be able to run both at the same time. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@RidgeRunner4X4]

Great minds think alike! I use the salt away dispenser for full flushes. I have a fresh water tank onboard, and for the final leg into the marina through the no-wake zone, I empty the tank through the flush ports on the motors... Dunno if it helps, but it can't hurt, right?

[@scottnra]

RidgeRunner4X4Can't hurt...BUT I treat my fresh water tank with a 1/4 cup of bleach when filling it. THat way the system stays clean. Smells a bit like pool water, but no mold...ever. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@jeremyrosenahagen4577]

I thought you said don’t run the motor through the port? If that’s the case we can’t run it to get home?

[@scottnra]

jeremy rosenahagen Negative. If your water pump is broke, you can't broke it any more. Running it off the port when not in the water can harm the water pump but if it's already broke on the water, it doesn't matter. Run it and get home safe. Make sense? Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@Ki_jo]

The thing is you need to flush the engine with acid and remove thermostats you can check my tutorial how to do it on honda engine make it so it goes in circles for about 2hours to remove salt

[@scottnra]

@Ki_jo I can't imagine acid being good inside a mostly aluminum engine. The point of the desalt after every use is to keep the motor from getting loaded up in the first place to avoid that kind of major desalting. For general use, this is safer and quite easy to do with no harm to plants and pets. (or yourself) :-) Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@Ki_jo]

@@scottnra actually its very good for winter and its removing salt without damage to the aluminium block been using this for about 10 yeara and the point is after flushing the salt flush it with normaln water for about 20 25 min and you are set your engine will never have salt problems.

[@Ki_jo]

@@scottnra i was thinking about same solution as de salt or im using Lime A way just flush it after with fresh water and you are set for new summer or winter.

[@ITUMBLE4U]

Enjoy your videos. Raw water wash down on my boat picks up water from the lake or ocean. How would that work on a trailer? Are you hooking it up to your fresh water pump...from a tank? Are you putting your garden hose/muffs over your raw water pickups? Thanks again for sharing.

[@scottnra]

ITUMBLE4U As shown in the video, this is hooked up to a hose. I also show the way for emergency hook up on the water. Have you had a chance to watch it yet? Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@lilbroinhawaii1]

Fyi Salt away says only use soap for 1 min.

[@scottnra]

lilbroinhawaii1 Thank you for sharing. I'll check the directions again. Pretty sure mine said run until bowl is clear. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@timothyberlinski2299]

You run it until you get foam out the exhaust then shut off salt away and engine

[@kalleklp7291]

And all that soap and crap goes into the drainage.

[@scottnra]

@kalleklp7291 umm, it's biodegradable and how do wash your boat? (or do you?) lol That's about a silly comment.

[@kalleklp7291]

@@scottnra Biodegradable soap ok. What about all the other stuff that comes out? I wash my boat in a place made for it at the local marina. The water is going to a filter system. None of it drains out into the sewer.

[@makingcookingfixing]

Great tip on bypassing the impeller pump if it’s stuck!!

[@scottnra]

Making, Cooking, Fixing Thanks! I hope you stick around. There will be more boat tip videos here as well as a lot of great fishing, recipes and occasional things that go BANG! :-)! Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@UrbanFisherman]

Great info captain 👍🏾

[@scottnra]

Urban Fisherman Thanks man! I appreciate that and thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@yugoyankoff-vh7in]

Another pitchman !

[@scottnra]

@yugoyankoff-vh7in we share what we like and use. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@ChiefDoesStuff]

Any ideas on how to flush an engine if you have no access to a hose? I'll be putting mine in storage by the coast, as I live a few hours away. So I won't be bringing it home to flush it. Trying to come up with a way to do it at the car wash, or rig some sort of big bucket and a water pump run to a garden hose. Thanks for the video!

[@scottnra]

MahaloMoFo YES! It's better than nothing but try a Winterizing bucket kit with the water and solution in it. Place the bucket up high on the back of the boat, hooked up with the flusher "ears". Open the valve and start the engine being sure to shut it off before the bucket runs dry! Like this one: amzn.to/3c8hu8f Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@leonham6977]

Google outboard flush bucket it's collapsible so you can take anywhere & can put in your salt away solution.

[@davidwarren4569]

So if the manufacturer says don’t run the motor while you flush using the static flush hose and you say pump water through the static hose with your deck wash pump in case of water pump failure, that is a contradiction. I am ready to be corrected.

[@scottnra]

David Warren If you HAVE to hook to the static hose to get back to shore because your water pump is broke...it's already broke. You're not going to break it anymore. The reason you don't run the motor when flushing that way is the water pump can be damaged running it "dry". Make sense? Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@davidwarren4569]

@@scottnra got it

[@bnielsen22]

if your in the water the rubber impellar is lubricated amd cooled anyway even if it is damaged or needing replacement. When out of water being flushed using only the port there is no water on the lower unit water pump, only the engine cooling system on the uphill side pf the thermastat, thus the impellar will melt or tear when used/run without muffs and using the port only. The engine itself will not be damaged, just the water pump.

[@newcu6039]

How long does it take for the water to flow out of the engine?

[@scottnra]

Newcu just about a minute on my hose. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@NoName-ks6rz]

Awesome tip with the water pump work around!!! That’s huge!

[@scottnra]

@NoName-ks6rz it sure could be! Could save thousands in a towing bill! Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@Keepsakeguy]

Great info here Scott. I’m in south west Florida and my boat is on the lift year round so the only way I can flush is through the flush ports. Will this salt product help by flushing through flush ports only? Can I run the engines with water pressure at the flush ports only?

[@scottnra]

Bob Thomson Absolutely the de-salt will clean almost all of it out with the flush port if you do it while it's still hot. It might leave just a little bit in the water pump itself at the bottom of your lower unit but if you do it from the flush port with the engine hot, it should get everything else great and way better than just plain water. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@leewiles3075]

How can this be accomplished if your motor also have a low water pickup? The dealer told me not to use muffs to flash the engine because it may over heat.

[@Festyxr4]

I would use a bucket and put the solution in the water to flush it out. I have a friend who flushed out their V6 F200 and cooked the top 2 cylinders using the muffs lol.

[@scottnra]

Lee Wiles Mine told me that the muffs and running it are a little better because the motor will warm up opening the T-stats and getting the water throughout the entire motor. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@mikezimmerman2786]

So it's ok to run the outboard out of water with the flush attachment being used?

[@scottnra]

Mike Zimmerman Yes it is, and it works great. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@dustinlaborde4537]

That trick works only if your raw water pump picks up when you’re at speed

[@scottnra]

Dustin LaBorde mine will. I'm not if all do, but heck even if you come back at low speed, you still come back without a tow. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@Wenzelselectproperties]

Fantastic information about the hose to water supply connected to engine!!

[@scottnra]

Wenzel Select Properties Thank man! I appreciate it. Get the better boat kit and tell them Scott from KZbin sent you! BETTERBOAT15 Should still be a good code for 15% off. (Get an extra gallon of flush o save shipping!) Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@rmerritt29]

How do you keep yours from overheating? I ran mine for about 10 mins and got the audible alarm. We shut it down for a few minutes and put some of the flush through it, no alarm after that. It was pissing like it should.

[@scottnra]

r m I m hearing that it is not very uncommon to get the alarm on a hose even thought there is actually no overheat. I'm told cutting off and "booting" it is a good fix. If it's "peeing" it's cooling. I had it happen one time and it is unnerving for sure. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@rmerritt29]

@@scottnra thanks for the reply. Makes me feel a little better that it's something that seems to happen on a regular basis on the hose. It's definitely an uneasy feeling. I've thought about that thing all night and need to get it on the water to ease my nerves a bit. Thanks again.

[@chelom92]

Super! Many thanks from Down Under for the awesome videos!!!

[@scottnra]

Mikhail Chelomanov another one from the land down under! Very cool. Hope you guys are hanging in there. We're hearing that you are going through some pretty serious government issues with covid down there. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@chelom92]

@@scottnra Hi Scott! Yes, there is a bit of political turmoil due to the current government (coalition of liberals and nationals) making few blunders related to COVID with very slow vaccination rate at the beginning of the pandemic due to the shortage of ordered vaccines and scaring people away from locally produced Astrazenica due to blood clots issues, even there was just a few cases with single fatality out of a million vaccinates people. People just really tired of harsh states borders restrictions, lock-downs, inconsistent and sudden policy changes etc. Basically, there are turned out to be lots of people who believe in possibility of living in a perfect world...and they assume that political opponents (Labor) would have done much better, however the facts are, during the whole pandemic, we lost just over 3000 lives, which I personally think is outstanding result, but nevertheless the current coalition has fallen out of people favor and looks like won't be re-elected. So we will be looking at labor taking the lead in the next federal elections in May. Sorry for the long explanation, however I am not a political analyst :-) Regarding the flushing procedure, yesterday I have purchased 2 flushing kits plus the actual solution and connected them both to the bottom muffs (with low water pickup covered by the duck tape) and to the top flushing port, started the engine but I just could not get the water to come out of the peeing hole (engine is nearly new Yamaha F300, 2020 with 57 hours), so ended up just using the top flushing port with salt-away solution and flushed it this way twice. However I will be buying the large flushing bag today as I would like to get the motor running, with all thermostats open so everything is properly flushed. When we go fishing from Gold Coast up to the Capricorn Group (Southern part of the Great Barrier Reef), we tow the boat 600 km north, which takes 7 hours and go away for 3 days, making 300 km on the water and after we come back there are few hours before the engine can be flushed, so I would like to do it as best as I can. Thanks a lot again for your great effort with showing people how to take care of their expensive investments :-) Kind regards

[@chelom92]

@@scottnra Hi Scott False alarm on peeing hole issue, I was using the Y-connector which turned out to be a catch..., was reducing the water pressure. After switching to two separate hoses all went well, using 2 attachments, one on top flush plug, one on the muffs with engine running, I could see water coming out of the peeing hole. Works a treat! Thanks again!

[@rarnette73]

South Eastern in Richmond!

[@scottnra]

rarnette73 Yes Southeastern Marine in Richmond, VA. Very happy with them and the service they continue to provide us. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@smallnuts2]

What about the powerboats that people live on. There boatd are in the water 24/7?

[@scottnra]

@smallnuts2 They typically get hauled for maintenance. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@fabeiontatum205]

Is that one azuki

[@fabeiontatum205]

Boat

[@scottnra]

Fabeion Tatum I don't understand your question... Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@PRCpower]

Does it damage ruber seals and impeller?

[@scottnra]

Not at all. Running the motor when flushing from the flush port up on the side of the motor can though. Muffs get water to all those parts similar to if the boat was in the water. Thanks for watching. Make sure to subscribe and Follow us on FB at facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors and IG at @scottGregg1966 for more!

[@snakeeyes4424]

Great trick Gregg

[@scottnra]

SNAKEEYES44 Thanks dude! Gotta take care of the biggest part of the investment. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@marlon5656]

Great video Scott. came across your video now I'm a subscriber.

[@scottnra]

Thanks Shrek Palacios and welcome aboard! Hopefully we have a lot of videos you'll like here to catch up on. To really try something fun, if you have the ability, play them on your TV! THat's become my favorite way to watch YT videos now that TV has gone to crap haha. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@stevemesaros5542]

Thank you for the tips

[@scottnra]

@stevemesaros5542 You're welcome! I think betterboat.com still has THEBETTERBOAT10 for 10% off orders too. The boat soap is my favorite of all I ever used too! Great cleaner and deodorizer Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@JD-mv8tl]

Buddy you made a great video thank you so much!!!!

[@scottnra]

JD Glad to help and thank you for the kind words. There are a couple more here you may also like that really help making boat care a lot easier! Check these out as well. kzbin.info/aero/PLYKMXAVLid5XidkGzkFFhGhv-1kjZK-lN Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@daspam6526]

Does every boat engine have that hose connect?

[@scottnra]

da Spam Most modern outboards have the hose hook up on the side of the engine. Older models don't. Inboard/Outboards don't either and for all of those, you'll need to use the muffs. Get a dual feed set like these! It makes a big difference in water flow. amzn.to/3zxk2Ih Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@daspam6526]

@@scottnra Thank you for the reply, and great name!

[@billmcconnell1737]

I'm a fresh water fella, so dont laugh at my question. How often do you flush the motor?

[@scottnra]

Bill McConnell No problem, I flush mine after every day on the water. Even in "fresh water" you get to move out any mud or junk you might have sucked up at the ramp and left the corrosion inhibitors in there. We grew up fishing lakes and rivers and still flushed every trip. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@nickadeletti7655]

@@scottnra I do this aswell. good to keep all the little microorganisms out of the cooling system

[@warrenbaker2586]

Great point about the raw water port.

[@scottnra]

@warrenbaker2586 Thanks man. Glad you liked it. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@selectajayamarine7993]

pak de, omahe ngendi ?

[@scottnra]

I'm going to need English please...

[@robertkomoroski4823]

Can you use the flush port instead of the muffs.

[@scottnra]

Robert Komoroski Absolutely the de-salt will clean almost all of it out with the flush port if you do it while it's still hot. It might leave just a little bit in the water pump itself at the bottom of your lower unit but if you do it from the flush port with the engine hot, it should get everything else great and way better than just plain water. If you can use the muffs it's just easier to warm it up and you get the water pump too. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@rexpepper2513]

best commercial ive ever seen.

[@scottnra]

Rex Pepper I'm glad you liked it. lol This is the best way to protect your engines from salt water issues later down the road. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@rondixon3875]

Thanks for the info

[@scottnra]

You're Welcome Ron Dixon, glad it helped. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@kneestothechin]

Awesome video man thanks 🤙

[@scottnra]

CoryBrothers Thank you and thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@hauolireeves9738]

The desalting fluid works by leaving a coating of the solution on the internal surfaces of the outboard. If you run the water till the solution is clear there will be no solution left to coat the internals. After I pre rinse with fresh water for a few minutes I prefer to run it for only 10 to 15 seconds or till I see the bubbles coming out. I then use the remaining solution on my trailer and under the truck bed, axles , brakes ext that may he…

[@scottnra]

Hauoli Reeves If you read the instructions, it recommends flushing until the bottle is clear. The coating doesn't get rinsed off that quick. Bubbles come out for a good while after the bottle clears. Plus it need some time to break down and remove the salt deposits in the engine. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@germanescobar3060]

great energy! extremely useful info.

[@scottnra]

Thanks German Escobar and thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@samihakami1436]

thanks Bor

[@scottnra]

Sami Hakami you're welcome. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@jmichaelprince]

Great tips Scott!

[@scottnra]

Thanks Mike Prince and Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@RodrinBird]

Thanks for the video.. I’m a new boater and I didn’t know the engine could be turned on when flushed from the bottom with the ear muffs.. I remember reading my Yamaha manual to never turn on the motor when flushing it using the garden hose up top. Thanks

[@scottnra]

Gowdaflow Yes sir, you wouldn't normally run it when flushing from the top. but from the muffs it doesn't flush anything unless you run it. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@greysongriffin9850]

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[@benicioatlas4951]

@Greyson Griffin Instablaster ;)

[@greysongriffin9850]

@Benicio Atlas Thanks so much for your reply. I found the site on google and I'm trying it out now. Seems to take quite some time so I will reply here later when my account password hopefully is recovered.

[@greysongriffin9850]

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[@branlyfernandez1182]

You’re the man!! Thanks!

[@scottnra]

Branly Fernandez Thanks dude and thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@YUHJKT]

excellent video. well done.

[@scottnra]

dd poipoi Thank you very much! And thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@buzzbrown5479]

Great job Scott ! Very good.

[@scottnra]

Thank you Buzz and Kenny for sharing that pump tip! Should be part of any new boat owner training for sure!

[@PontoonPilot]

2 questions 1- is it corrosive at all to the engines internal raw aluminum?? 2- I was always told never to run the engine while just using the flush port? so how does this emergency method work to keep engine cool???

[@scottnra]

22josta 1. No in fact it helps protect the engine with corrosion inhibitors. 2. You should not run the engine when just using the flush port because you might damage your water pump impeller. BUT if you are stuck on the water and it's already not working/broke, it's going to need replacing anyway. Running the motor from the port will keep the engine cool to get you back to the dock. Just make sure your raw water pickup works while underway. You might have to go slower. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@MikeS29]

What is the make up of this? If I'm flushing this at the dock on my lift, what am I putting into the waterway?

[@scottnra]

Michael Sheehan The bottle says biodegradable and safe for the environment. Most boats/boaters put all kinds of stuff into the waterways that nature easily handles. (Minor fuel spills, oil, PEE, etc haha) You'd have to check their website or contact the company for specifics. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@asyboss6187]

so when i flush one engine does it flush both or just one

[@scottnra]

Asyboss Just one. Each engine is totally separate (and for a reason) You service them individually. Thank you for watching! Make sure you follow us on our FB page here: facebook.com/scottgreggoutdoors/ I usually post what's coming up there as well plus other channel insight and content not on KZbin. Also Instagram at instagram.com/scottgregg1966/

[@peterpace2463]

Had a few donuts mate??

[@scottnra]

Mom's basement got boring? :-)

[@TheCedarbreak]

been trolling long mate? you're a punk, Petey!