Tech Help Blog

We periodically publish information guides to help you make the best choices when it comes to the maintenance and parts selection your marine engine or boat.

Accessories

• Anodized vs. Powder Coated Finishes: What's the Difference?

Cables and Mechanical Steering

• Selecting A Mechanical Steering System

Cooling Systems

• Marine Closed Cooling Systems

Electrical Systems

• Standard Boat Wiring Color Codes

Engine Parts and Components

• Marine Cam Specs & Effects
• How to Select a Marine Carburetor
• How to Determine if Your Big Block Chevy Timing Cover is Generation 4, 5 or 6

Exhaust Systems

• Mercruiser OEM Replacement Exhaust Systems, Manifolds and Risers / Elbows
• Measuring Riser Height on 496 / 8.1L Manifolds and Risers
• How to Mock-Up Custom Tailpipes
• What is Exhaust Reversion?
• What is Dry Joint Exhaust?

Jet Drives

• Berkeley Jet Pump Identification Guide

Seaward Series

• Standard Seaward Risers