OK time for an update. I had left the oil drain hose through the bottom of the boat all night and during the day Friday, not sure if it drained more or not. Got home Friday night from work and blew air into the drain hose and heard it breathe into the pan. Capped it off and began working on the oil filter... all I can say is wow to the last owner. Mr Muscles did a great job of keeping that filter on there for sure. Finally got it off and replaced, went with a Bosch D3510, filling it first of course. Put 5 quarts back in so I guess I got 5 quarts out in total, who knows.

Replaced the fuel/water separator filter while I was in there, I doubt it had ever been replaced based on the exterior condition. Had a bit of rust on the interior metal part of the filter, guess water has been there. That filter was put on by Superman as well, wound up crushing it during the process.

Lastly, replaced the raw water impeller for good measure. I had reports when I bought the boat last August that it just came out of service and they replaced plugs, wires, impeller, etc. Well, the plug wires were never changed and I'm assuming they didn't change the plugs either. Impeller looked good but I didnt want to take any chances. Now I have a spare in the glove box.




Too long, didn't read? - - > oil changed successfully and had a great Saturday on the water with the family!



Thanks for the help and QUICK replies. This forum is great and you guys are great. I've been a reader since last August and finally getting my feet wet sharing with you guys!