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6 articles for “tools”

The On-Water Diagnosis Kit: What's Actually in the Bag

... world's simplest fuel-delivery test tools) - Battery load tester ## Almost-always-used consumables ...

2026-07-05 · 1 views

Prop Selection Basics: Pitch, Diameter, and Hitting the RPM Window

... A shop tach or diagnostic tool beats an old dash tach — verify the gauge ...

2026-07-05 · 3 views

Sea-Doo Jet Pump Wear Ring Inspection and Replacement

... the impeller (requires the proper impeller tool — they thread on and can be stubborn ...

Sea-DooPWC jet pump
2026-07-05 · 3 views

Evinrude/Johnson Two-Stroke No-Spark Diagnosis

... CDI systems bite hard — use insulated tools, and remove plugs/ground the leads when ...

Evinrude-Johnsontwo-stroke outboard
2026-07-05 · 0 views

MerCruiser Alpha One Bellows Inspection: The Boat-Sinker Check

... alignment tools, new gaskets, gimbal bearing check, u-joint inspection, and shift cable care ...

MerCruiserAlpha Onesterndrive
2026-07-05 · 1 views

Prop Hub Replacement and the Spun-Hub Field Call

... the hub kit slides out and a new one installs with hand tools — very ...

2026-07-05 · 1 views
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