How to Flush an Outboard Motor

If you own a boat with an outboard motor, you need to understand how to give it a freshwater flush. This is an extremely important outboard maintenance chore, and will significantly increase the lifespan of your engine - especially if you use it in saltwater. Join boats.com Senior Editor Lenny Rudow, as he walks us through the steps of flushing outboards with a flushing port, and with a pair of earmuffs.

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