Swapping Out Your Own Power-Steering System
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the daily life of a marine mechanic in this captivating video. The technician starts his day finishing up a complex installation of digital controls, a new GPS, and gauges on the upper station of a boat called "Venture." He then tackles a more urgent problem: a 37-foot Boston Whaler with triple 300 Mercury Verado engines that has lost its power steering. Viewers will get a detailed look at the troubleshooting process, from checking circuits and fuses to the eventual pump replacement and system purging. The video also teases a major repowering project on a 1999 34 Venture, which is being upgraded with new Mercury 300 horsepower Verado engines and numerous other features. This "Technician's Tuesday" segment is a must-watch for anyone interested in boat maintenance, repair, and the intricate world of marine mechanics.