9 boat engine checks for a trouble free season

Any sediment or water in the fuel will have settled out during lay-up so it’s worthwhile draining a sample from the bottom of the fuel tank, if this is possible.

Abnormal water in the tank may indicate a leaking deck fill cap, maybe from a missing or damaged O-ring.

Growth of HUM (Hydrocarbon utilising microorganisms) is generally not a problem in colder climates, but can grow with alarming speed in hotter regions.

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