Announcing the new Mercury V-6 FourStroke Outboard

Mercury Marine recently introduced the brand new naturally aspirated 3.4L, V-6 FourStroke outboard. This outboard is available in  175 hp, 200 hp and 225 horse power. An announcement was made via a Facebook live event last week from the 2018 Miami International Boat Show.

This V-6 is the lightest and quietest engine you will find over comparable models. Watch the video below to discover more about this amazing new outboard motor from Mercury Marine.

Call, email or come in to check out our pricing on new Mercury Motors.  Customers consistently tell us our pricing beats the competition by hundreds of dollars and that our service and expert knowledge is the best in the metro KC area. What are you waiting for?

    

2018 Mercury Outboards are Here!

It’s that time already – the new model year Mercury Motors just arrived at our Kansas City, KS location. 8 brand new Mercury Outboards were delivered on a huge 18 wheeler moments ago.  We promptly and carefully unpacked them, loaded them up on stands and wheeled them out to the showroom floor. They look great!
Included in the new line up are four, 9.9 horse power motors with your choice of electric start or manual start, long or short shaft, tiller handle and Command Thrust.

Command Thrust is offered again this year and is simply a refinement of the old Big Foot option.  We  have five of these new Command Thrust Outboards, three of which are 9.9 horse power and two are 60 horse motors.

Rounding out the lineup of our new motors are both a 25 horse and a 60 horse motors.  Our two 25 horse motors offer power trim and electric start.  The two 60 horse models both offer electric start, long shaft and power trim and Command Thrust as mentioned above.

Please stop by to view these great outboard motors. Compare our prices to the big stores before you buy.  Our prices are very competitive and our knowledge and service can not be beat.  Most of all, buy that new Mercury Motor and get out on the water and enjoy life.

Remaining 2017 Mercury Outboards, Hurry in now!

The 2017 summer boating season is in full swing.  Warm temperatures this July are getting boaters out on the water to cool off.  Don’t miss out on great times at the lake.  Consider that new Mercury Outboard now while you can get out on the water to enjoy it.

We have just a few remaining 2017 Mercury Outboards and are willing to make a deal on them. Our inventory includes:

Mercury Outboard 3.5 Horse, Manual Start with Tiller Handle
Mercury Outboard 4 Horse, Long Shaft, Manual Start with tiller Handle
Mercury Outboard 9.9 Horse, Manual Start, Long Shaft with Tiller Handle
Mercury Outboard 25 Horse, Electric Start

It’s a rare occurrence but we even have 2, 2016 motors in stock:  

Mercury Outboard 4 horse, Manual Start with Tiller Handle
Mercury Outboard 9.9 Horse, Manual Start with Tiller Handle

Contact us for more details and pricing.  Feel free to compare us to the big stores. Our pricing, knowledge and personal service can’t be beat. We will get you in the right motor to meet your needs.

If we don’t list what you are looking for above, drop us an email and let us know what you are looking for in a motor. More Mercury Outboard Motors just arrived this week and we are un-crating them and putting them on the floor as I write this.  Included in our new arrivals are more 9.9 motors, several 25 HP outboards and two 60 horse motors. Check them all out here.

Spring Break Price Break, Save 10%!

Shop boatengine.com for Spectacular Spring Break Savings!

In observance of Spring Break and the upcoming St. Patricks Day, Boatengine.com is offering a price break for you.  When you spend $100 or more at our online store, save 10% on your boat parts order. Simply enter SPRINGSAVE10 at checkout to receive your discount. Choose parts from Mercury, Mercruiser, Evinrude, Johnson and OMC.  

At US Boatworks, we specialize in boat parts.  With over 2 Million parts in stock and ready to ship today, you will get your parts fast.  Most orders ship the same day.  If you can’t find what you are looking for in our on-line store, call or email us.  We have thousands more parts in stock that are not in our on-line store.
  

Mercury Marine 5 Year Warranty Coverage Promotion

For a limited time, receive five years of factory-backed coverage (2 years of the free Mercury Product Protection Gold in addition to the 3 years standard limited warranty) on ALL NEW Mercury Outboards.  This offer is good on outboard engines sold through March 31, 2017 and is available on:

2.5 HP – 350 HP four stroke Motors
75 HP – 250 HP Optimax & ProXS

Call or come in to check out our pricing on new Mercury Motors.  Customers consistently tell us our pricing beats the competition by hundreds of dollars and that our service and expert knowledge is the best in the metro KC area. What are you waiting for?

Duck Season!

Judging by the huge quantity of duck boats we have in our repair shop for tune ups right now, it seems that duck season is upon us.

To be sure your first duck hunting trip this year goes smoothly, we highly suggest your outboard motor is running in top shape.  The first order of business is to tune up your motor.  There are many steps involved in tuning up your motor the first of which is to decide if you are going to do it yourself or leave it to the professionals.  If you are leaving it to the professionals, get your boat into the shop asap to insure your motor is running smoothly. Trusted Kansas City boat repair shops will have a lot of winterizations to do at this time of year so don't put this off until the last minute.

If you are doing an outboard motor tune up yourself, your first order of business is to pull out your boat owners manual.  If you can't locate your owners manual, call our come down to our store in Kansas City to get one. Once you have your owners manual, check guidelines for recommended procedures, lubes, oils and replacement parts.  Failure to use manufacturer required brands can void your warranty and may cause you further headaches down the road.

Start with a visual inspection of your motor starting at the bottom.  Look for signs of leaking lubricant that may run down the propeller.   This could be a signal that seals have gone bad.  If this may be the case, bring your boat in for service. Next check the propeller for signs of damage.  Cracks in the blades by the hub, large chips or bent blades call for repair or replacement of your prop.

As you move up the motor, check and fix missing or loose screws, nuts or bolts on the lower unit.  Lubricate the grease fittings at the transom bracket, swivel bracket and transom clamp screw as directed in your owner's manual. The throttle control should be inspected and lubricated per your manual.

Next up is to replace the spark plugs and fuel filter. Then it's on to the lower unit. Check your owner's manual for the recommended frequency of lubricant changes for your outboard motor's lower unit. Begin by removing the unit's top and bottom fill plugs and allow the lube to drain into a container of your choice. Replace the lubricant with the manufacturer recommended product by filling lubricant into the bottom fill hole until lubricant reaches the top fill hole. Once filled, replace the top plug, remove the applicator nozzle and replace the bottom plug then wipe clean.

Last but not least, get all your hunting gear out.  Clean, inspect and replace as necessary then get out there and have fun.

As promised, here are some helpful Kansas and Missouri duck hunting links:

http://www.whenisduckseason.com/state.php?st=KS
http://kswildlife.org/ww/kansas-duck-season
http://ksoutdoors.com/Hunting/When-to-Hunt/Migratory-Birds

We Pay Cash for Lower Unit Cores

The busy summer season is winding down and we are already looking ahead to next year.  As one of the top remanufacturers of lower units in the US, we spend a good chunk of the winter months rebuilding gear cases so they are ready to ship out in the spring.  In order to build all those gear cases, we need good used cores to start the refurbish process. We need your cores! Recycle your housing, save the environment and earn some money in the process.

If you have used Evinrude, Mercury or Volvo-Penta outdrive cores laying around, put some cash in your pocket by sending them to us.  We buy Volvo Penta Sterndrive cores, Mercury cores and Evinrude cores and pay you based on the condition of the core you send us.



Don't throw that old lower unit out!  Turn it into cash. $$$$$$


   

US Boatworks, Quality Lower Unit Remanufacturing for over 30 Years

US Boatworks: Kansas City's Mercury Marine Premier Dealer

Kansas City's Mercury Marine Premier Dealer is once again US Boatworks.
Mercury Marine reserves the title "Premier Dealer" for only the best dealers in the nation. These dealers invest a considerable amount of time each year to ensure they meet the requirements of this honorable distinction.  Mercury Marine evaluates the performance of  it's dealers every year.  Performance as a Premier Dealer is reviewed on many levels as shown below.

Premier Dealers

• Have achieved and maintain a high service CSI (Customer Satisfaction Index) score
• Possess all the necessary service tools, testing equipment, manuals, and parts books
• Employ at least one Certified or Master Technician
• Provide timely service for all Mercury Marine customers
• Offer extended service hours and mobile service, when appropriate
• Use, display, and stock an adequate inventory of genuine Mercury Precision Parts
• Offer a clean, neat shop with well-organized tools and service literature

The best dealers, who demonstrate an exceptional commitment to customer service, are recognized as Premier Dealers. So how does US Boatworks continue to be awarded this honorable distinction year after year? "It's about excellence and pride in everything we do" says Mike Tracy, President.  For example, Mechanics at US Boatworks  spend many weeks each winter training at the Mercury Marine technical school to be on top of the newest industry technology.  The dealership also invests in marine service laptops, diagnostic equipment, manuals and tools all so your engine can be properly diagnosed and serviced when you need it. Finally, the company keeps shop overhead low and passes that savings on to you. It's a win win for customers who choose US Boatworks for their sterndrive repair or maintenance - Excellent Service & Affordable Rates.

US Boatworks strives to be the best outboard dealer in the Kansas City area.  When we say dealer, that not only means you can trust Boatworks as a quality, knowledgeable source when you are buying a new Mercury Outboard or Mercruiser Sterndrive, US Boatworks can be trusted as your #1 boat repair shop serving Johnson County, Jackson County, Wyandotte County and more.  Quality boat repair is crucial in maintaining your boat motor and insuring that it will be reliable out on the water.  Nothing will ruin your day at the lake like a outboard motor that doesn't run properly.  So when choosing your sterndrive or outboard repair shop, keep in mind that great mechanics make the difference in whether your boat runs great or not.  Look for certified mechanics that have years of experience and also do their continuing education. The team at US Boatworks looks forward to serving you for many years so you can continue to make wonderful memories out on the lake.

New Mercury Marine Spitfire Propeller

Mercury Propellers is proud to introduce “Spitfire,” Mercury’s first four-blade aluminum performance propeller for boaters using 25 hp to 125 hp outboards.
Spitfire provides the best performance in the world of aluminum propellers – in fact, it’s 25 percent faster from 0 to 30 mph than Mercury’s best-selling Black Max propeller, and there’s no penalty in top speed.

Key to Spitfire’s performance is its four-blade design. Four blades allow Mercury Marine engineers to increase the blade area of the propeller while keeping the diameter low, which allows the propeller to spin up quickly and improve acceleration.

The low-diameter, high-blade-area design was borrowed from Mercury’s top-of-the-line stainless steel Fury and Enertia propellers. This formula provides outstanding acceleration and holding without compromising top speed. That provides boaters who use aluminum propellers access to the industry’s latest design innovations.

Spitfire was designed from the ground up to be the best-handling aluminum propeller on the market. Spitfire features an extra cup design coupled with a straight trailing edge – similar to cleaver propellers used on race boats. Together they hold the water even in the tightest maneuvers.

“There’s a large segment of customers in the pontoon and freshwater fishing market who are comfortable with aluminum propellers but still want maximum performance from of their boat,” said Dirk Bjornstad, brand manager of Mercury Propellers. “Our research shows that these customers place a premium on fast time to plane and solid holding in turns. Our engineers delivered just that, while retaining the top-end speed that people have gotten from the Black Max.”

In addition to the standard Spitfire, there are also three propellers in the line designed specifically for the unique demands of pontoon boats. The Spitfire Pontoon models – considered the best pontoon propeller in the Mercury lineup – feature extra holding and lift to take pontoon boats to a new level of performance.

Availability - The Spitfire propellers for 40-60 hp standard gearcase engines are available now. The Spitfire Pontoon propellers will be available in October, with the 25-30 and 75-125 hp outboard propellers becoming available at the end of the year.

All Mercury propellers are produced with Mercury Marine’s revolutionary, patented Mercalloy for increased strength and durability.

US Boatworks and Mercury Marine invite you to test Spitfire and see for yourself that this is a prop that will meet and exceed the needs of your consumers. To learn more about the Spitfire and see the introductory video, click on the following link: http://mkto-i0131.com/track?type=click&enid=bWlkPW1lcmN1cnltYXJpbmVCZXRhY3VzdC0xMjgxLS0tMTYxNC1wcm9kLSZtc2dpZD0wJmRpZD0wJnNuPTAmZWlkPXNhbGVzQGJvYXRlbmdpbmUuY29tJnVpZD0xNTYxNjQmZXh0cmE9JiYm&&&http://www.mercurymarine.com/propellers/aluminum/spitfire/?mkt_tok=3RkMMJWWfF9wsRonuaTIZKXonjHpfsX57uosX6Og38431UFwdcjKPmjr1YIHTcZ0dvycMRAVFZl5nQFdCOOAbplN++dUBUQ=. US Boatworks carries all Mercury Propellers including the new Spitfire.