Oil Change

Regular engine oil changes protect your motor. We recommend following your manufacturer’s schedule—and your owner’s manual.

When to Change Oil

Most engine manufacturers recommend that you change your oil every 50–100 hours. If your engine is new, we recommend that you change the oil once every 20 hours for the first 100 hours of operation.
As your motor gets older, it requires less frequent changes as the internal parts bed themselves. For your engine’s exact requirements, consult your owner’s manual.

Frequent vs. Infrequent Use

You probably already know that if you use your boat a lot, regular oil changing is a must. Did you know that if you use your boat infrequently, oil changing is even more important? This is because oil can change its makeup over time, becoming acidic and destructive to internal engine parts.