FunFlatsFishing Posted March 11, 2017 Report Share Posted March 11, 2017 What maintenance routine do you utilize for keeping your engine/block clean? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCFD rtrd. Posted March 11, 2017 Report Share Posted March 11, 2017 If you want to remove oil or grease, I'd say use Dawn and water with a soft brush. If you got salt deposits, use Vinegar and a soft brush, then rinse with water. I've always coated my motors with Corrosion-X. Don't get it on the belt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bamaskeet Posted March 11, 2017 Report Share Posted March 11, 2017 After clean Yamaha recommends silicone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FunFlatsFishing Posted March 11, 2017 Author Report Share Posted March 11, 2017 Is it safe to spray with a hose? Any areas to avoid spraying? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lap it Up Posted March 11, 2017 Report Share Posted March 11, 2017 I wash powerheads often. Formula 88 degreaser with a parts cleaning brush. Flush well with a water hose and use compressed air to dry it. Then silicone spray or Boeshield T9 (silicone is cheaper). I don't recommend CRC, WD, LPS etc. the oils and chemicals break down rubber and wiring over time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nicecast Posted March 11, 2017 Report Share Posted March 11, 2017 No doubt goes without saying, but just in case... don't clean the engine when it is hot or even warm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nauti Posted March 11, 2017 Report Share Posted March 11, 2017 2 hours ago, Lap it Up said: I wash powerheads often. Formula 88 degreaser with a parts cleaning brush. Flush well with a water hose and use compressed air to dry it. Then silicone spray or Boeshield T9 (silicone is cheaper). I don't recommend CRC, WD, LPS etc. the oils and chemicals break down rubber and wiring over time. I use Simple Green and don't brush, use a light water spray on the motor. When dry Silicone or Boeshield is my choice too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reelmagic Posted April 8, 2017 Report Share Posted April 8, 2017 IMHO the best silicone spray is the Yamalube brand. Goes on clear and does a great job protecting. To my knowledge you can only get it at Yamaha dealers that sell Yamaha PWC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linesider 159 Posted April 8, 2017 Report Share Posted April 8, 2017 I use starbrite deep cleaner and degreaser with a paint brush. Then leave cowwling off to dry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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