Signs You Need to Service Your Boat

Setting up an emergency service appointment for your boat is inconvenient and sometimes expensive. However, some maintenance issues are just too pressing to ignore or do at home. The trick is to know the difference between a minor issue and a major problem that needs to be fixed ASAP. This guide from Gordy’s Marine can help you determine when your boat might need immediate service. 

Unusual Sounds and Vibrations

As you use your vessel over and over, you’ll start to get a sense of how the engine sounds on a normal day. If the engine ever starts sounding different or making unusual vibrations, then engine trouble probably isn’t far off.

Overheating

A boat’s engine will start to overheat if you push it too far. Overheating can result in serious engine damage, so you should do your best to avoid pushing your engine. If your engine seems to overheat even during normal operation, that usually means that there’s a problem with the cooling system. Schedule a service appointment to get the issue examined. 

Leaks

If you notice that the floor of your boat seems wetter than it should be, then you might have a leak on your hands. While minor leaks might not seem like a major cause for concern, small cracks can widen overtime, eventually growing so large that they threaten your vessel’s structural integrity. Smaller leaks can be fixed at home, though a leak that has grown too large may require a service appointment. 

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