Pacs007
05-16-2006, 11:40 AM
To All,
I have a 2006 Outback V that is approaching 15 hours. I purchased the boat used, thus, I have no warranty.
As I look at the owner’s manual it states that dealer service is required at 10-20 hours to change the fluids check shaft alignment and check timing.
I can do all of the fluids, but just to confirm.
Engine oil drains out bottom tube.
Transmission needs to be pumped out of filler port (no drain)
V-drive oil needs to be pumped out of filler port (no drain)
In your experience, are the dealers actually checking the shaft alignment and timing and if they are, how often are they out of specs.
Can I check the shaft alignment myself?
Basically, what are the general opinions of this inspection considering the fact that I already voided the warranty on the boat by simply purchasing it used? I hate to take the boat out of commission and spend the money when the boat is running great. I do realize that owning boats is expensive but I do not see any reason to spend the money needlessly.
I would appreciate your inputs
Pac Smith
I have a 2006 Outback V that is approaching 15 hours. I purchased the boat used, thus, I have no warranty.
As I look at the owner’s manual it states that dealer service is required at 10-20 hours to change the fluids check shaft alignment and check timing.
I can do all of the fluids, but just to confirm.
Engine oil drains out bottom tube.
Transmission needs to be pumped out of filler port (no drain)
V-drive oil needs to be pumped out of filler port (no drain)
In your experience, are the dealers actually checking the shaft alignment and timing and if they are, how often are they out of specs.
Can I check the shaft alignment myself?
Basically, what are the general opinions of this inspection considering the fact that I already voided the warranty on the boat by simply purchasing it used? I hate to take the boat out of commission and spend the money when the boat is running great. I do realize that owning boats is expensive but I do not see any reason to spend the money needlessly.
I would appreciate your inputs
Pac Smith