The Outboard Blog

Whether you are chasing early morning topwater bites on a glassy lake or hauling the family across saltwater swells for a weekend escape, the outboard motor strapped to your transom isn’t just a tool—it’s the heart of your journey. The best-rated outboard motors today are an elegan …

Posted by Brian Whiteside

Whether you are operating a lightweight F25 on a jon boat or a powerful VMAX 250 for tournament fishing, the outboards need extreme care and attention. You cannot entirely trust the mechanic with the repairs; learning about Yamaha outboard parts is crucial for boat owners. The knowledge makes you fa …

Posted by Brian Whiteside

History and Evolution of the Mercruiser Alpha Sterndrive MerCruiser, now part of Mercury Marine, has a history rooted in innovation and dominance in the sterndrive market, and quickly captured a large share of the market. MerCruiser is renowned for its high-horsepower engines and pioneering fea …

Posted by Norm Peterson

Johnson outboard motors were once the gold standard in marine propulsion. Built under the Outboard Marine Corporation (OMC), they earned a reputation for reliability and models across every horsepower range–from 6HP portable to punchy 150HP V6 workhorses. Their legendary reliability and straig …

Posted by Brian Whiteside

Marine Parts Warehouse Guide to Installing an Outboard Rigging Tube Outboard rigging tubes help protect cables, wires, and hoses from damage. Skill Level: 1.5 of 5 Finish Time: Approx. 4-5 hours The bundle of cables, wires, and hoses that extend from the boat to the outboard mot …

Posted by Carl Winslow