Proactive Tips for Using Ethanol-Enhanced Fuels in your Yamaha Motor

Here at Cannons Marina we have said it once before and because it is the boating season, we will say it again – There are a few Proactive Tips for Using Ethanol-Enhanced Fuels in your Yamaha Outboard Motor.

Most people want to know why ethanol is such an issue? Simply put, ethanol has hygroscopic solvency properties. That’s a really fancy term for that it both it attracts and absorbs water, and loosens debris in your fuel system and over a short time this can negatively effect your engine’s performance and longevity.

Got a Winning Sunset Photo?

Sunset is my favorite time of day. Work is over. My first chance to relax. I like to change into something loose and comfy, grab my camera, hop in our Scout Boat Sportfish and head to Longboat Pass with a light nosh and enough time to get situated. Sometimes I drop the hook.

Sometimes I beach it and stroll until I find the perfect spot. Then I wait. I’m so not hurried. Nor is the coming show. Sunset time.

We’re truly blessed to live on the west coast of Florida. We have it all. Tropical weather. Some of the finest beaches in the world. Sea breeze during the day. Cooling land breeze at night. Undulating clouds high overhead.

Towering thunderstorms to the east. Clear, clean air. The occasional silhouette, a boat, sails filled with wind, passing in front of a shimmering glob of orange brightness. An unfettered view to the west. There simply is no better place to witness a magnificent Florida sunset. With luck, the elusive green flash will show itself. Be patient and watch carefully.

Yamaha Outboard Motor Summer Sale

Yamaha’s Outboard Motor Super Sizzlin’ Summer Sales Event is going on right now at Cannons Marina on Longboat Key!

There’s never been a better time to buy a boat and there’s never been a better time to buy a Yamaha!

Whether you’re buying a motor for a new boat or you’re re-powering the boat you have, Yamaha is offering a limited time chance to extend your service coverage or save you money, big money.

Boating Destination: Boca Grande, Florida

Boca Grande, Florida Beach

Boating Destination: Boat to Boca Grande Island Florida

Boca Grande is a small island community on Gasparilla Island on Florida’s southwest Gulf coast about 30 miles west of Fort Myers and just north of Captiva Island.

World-class tarpon fishing is what makes Boca Grande so special. As a matter of fact, Boca Grande is known as the Tarpon Capital of the world, and it surely is. Boca Grande Pass is located at the south end of Gasparilla Island, and is one of the deepest natural inlets on the Gulf of Mexico.

Each year, tens of thousands of tarpon congregate in the pass and harbor from April to August to feed on the very healthy crab and shrimp populations as the “Silver Kings” prepare for their long swim offshore to spawn.

What happens during your 100-Hour Yamaha Outboard Motor Service?

Here at Cannons Marina, your Yamaha outboard motor service is important to us. Why?

Our goal is simple – Smooth running, reliable Yamaha motors = Happy, Satisfied Customers. We understand your time is limited, especially your free time. We want you on the water on your Grady White, Scout Boat or really any boat -  spending time with family and friends.

The items below are the maintenance and service recommendations developed by the Yamaha Motor Corporation to keep your motor running in top condition. These services are based purely on typical and “average” use of your Yamaha outboard motor. As with any motor, if your use is higher then “normal,” consider servicing your motor more often. Frequent service often pays off through increased life and performance of your Yamaha Outboard Motor.