SPARE PARTS?

Big D · Post by **Big D** » Sat Feb 19, 2011 8:00 pm

What does everyone carry on board for spare parts? I realize this will depend on an individual's mechanical comfort level but just curious and maybe it'll be a lightbulb moment for some.

Paul · Post by **Paul** » Sat Feb 19, 2011 8:31 pm

My spare parts list is as follows:

- of course spare points pre-mounted on their plate in case of electronic pick up failure
- spare impeller and housing
- spare belts
- spare fuel filter
- spare alternator
- spare distributor cap & rotor
- spare set of spark plugs
- assorted hose clamps
- extra oil & trans fluid
- a box with gasket material, gasket adhesive, silicone, rubberized tape, pipe sealer, electrical connectors, wire, etc.

Funny thing is though, on the occasions that I've had to use items from my spare parts inventory it was usually to get somebody else's boat home safely.

jimbo36 · Post by **jimbo36** » Sat Feb 19, 2011 8:40 pm

Big D, your spare parts should be based on what your boat may need regardless of your personal mechanical comfort level. As Paul say's, moat of his spare parts have helped others out. This is one of the best things about boating. Most of us will gladly help our fellow boater whenever possible. Not unlike this forum. jimbo36

Big D · Post by **Big D** » Sat Feb 19, 2011 8:56 pm

Good idea on the gasket material Paul. I have a lot of spare stuff on board but didn't even think of that. Never needed it on the water though, but now that it's been mentioned and Murphy is always along for the ride, I'll be keeping some on board.

Paul · Post by **Paul** » Sat Feb 19, 2011 9:26 pm

I've only ever had to use the gasket material once but I've kept some on board ever since.

Oh yeah, I also keep a spare prop and puller on board as well. I learned about this as the school of hard rocks.

Big D · Post by **Big D** » Sat Feb 19, 2011 9:29 pm

Yah been there too. Always keep my scuba gear on board (usually leads to looking for peoples glasses and jewelery)

Danny Bailey · Post by **Danny Bailey** » Sat Feb 19, 2011 9:42 pm

Spare parts are no good if you don't know where you put them. I make a parts list and then write beside each part where it is hidden. There are a lot of hiding places on my F-36. The list keeps me from having to search all the cubbyholes.

alexander38 · Post by **alexander38** » Sun Feb 20, 2011 5:11 am

1, carb 2, fuel pump 3,filters 4, belts 5, gaskets 6,raw water pump 7,thunderbolt IV backup system 8, duct tape

and zippy ties

foofer b · Post by **foofer b** » Sun Feb 20, 2011 7:57 am

A twelve pack, a bag of chips, some bean dip, a magazine and the SEa Tow number!!

Audrey II · Post by **Audrey II** » Sun Feb 20, 2011 9:24 am

I have a diesel so electronic ignition parts which are a good idea I I never carried on my last boat but should have are not on my list, but I used to carry spare set of wires and plugs this save my butt on one trip.R

I carry 4 Raycor filters, 2 fuel filters, 2 oil filters, 3 impellers, belts, distilled water, oil, anti freeze tube of gasket sealer, I plan to pick of an emergency peg plug set just in case, duct tape, electrical tape and assortment of connectors and wire, plumbing fittings Flair-it type connectors assortment, spare bilge pump. Tool kit with anything I would need to install any of the above including a big knife to cut a line I might pick up with my prop, I plan to pick up a face mask to help with this. I'm sure I missing several things

larglo · Post by **larglo** » Sun Feb 20, 2011 10:09 am

foofer,

I'm with you pal.

But, I'm on what most would consider a small landlocked lake. If I were on the ocean, or the gulf, it would be a completely different story.

Larry

Geoff R · Post by **Geoff R** » Sun Feb 20, 2011 10:31 am

ballast resistor and/or ignition coil ? Quality!! Duct tape And yes it depends a lot on where U are, how far you go, The type and age of your vessel , & do you have the tools and skills to put em in

Audrey II · Post by **Audrey II** » Sun Feb 20, 2011 11:29 am

Even if you don't have the skills it pays to have the parts. I was Traveling with a friend last season separate boats but together half way through our 1 week trip he shredded an impeller. He called me in a bit of a panic not knowing what to do. I pulled up the first mooring I could find and had him raft up to me. I had to wait for the motor to cool to work on it but even though he would never have tried this himself he had the part. There is often someone else that can help in an emergency. If not of the temperature of the motor we would have been underway in a few minutes but it took about 1 1/2 hours and I burned my chest working on it but the vacation went on. The wives made lunch and we relaxed and enjoyed. while we waited for it to cool. Connecticut River leaving Essex Island nice trip will return again.

Having the parts are half the battle.

Geoff R · Post by **Geoff R** » Sun Feb 20, 2011 11:40 am

Points well taken If you have the parts you are half way there

Big D · Post by **Big D** » Sun Feb 20, 2011 12:20 pm

Agreed, even if you can't do it yourself, at least you don't have to rely on the marina you pull into to have it in stock or wait a few days for them to get it. Happened to a buddy in Georgian Bay. Stopped him for four days, and they charged him for docking while they waited for the part...ouch!