Comments on: Boaters Be Warned. Ethanol can and will affect your Yamaha Outboard Motor’s Performance.

By: Cannons Marina

Cannons Marina — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 20:43:27 +0000

Hi Captain Mike,
I cannot honestly tell you that you will or will not have problems with your engine. There are several factors like fiberglass tank compatibility. I need to know more information about your boat like the name of the manufacturer and whether it really has fiberglass tanks verses plastic ones. The new plastic tanks can look like fiberglass ones. I strongly suggest that you USE StarTron® Gasoline Additive as directed on the label. This additional step will help in resolving some of the ethanol issues with your Yamaha motor
Good Luck and Tight Lines!

By: mike

mike — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 19:59:31 +0000

I have a new flats boat with a new 2007 Yamaha 90 2 stroke. The gas tank is fiberglass. I am a guide and use the boat frequently and service every 100 hrs. The fuel is always new as the boat is used often. Should I expect problems with the tank or motor?

By: Cannons Marina

Cannons Marina — Sun, 15 Feb 2009 11:04:49 +0000

Hi John-
My best advice is that you take your engine to a certified Yamaha motor dealer there in Nantucket. There are several potential issues that could be possible and without looking at your engines I would just be guessing. I am uncomfortable giving you anything but solid advice.
Best of luck.

By: John Kilmartin

John Kilmartin — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 15:28:44 +0000

My 2 year old Yamaha engines as well as other similar Yamaha engines in my marina in Nantucket are having major filter problems, has Yamaha Motors offered any assistance or advice in addressing this problem?

By: Pallas Knight

Pallas Knight — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 15:45:36 +0000

Thanks for the update Cannons! We love knowing that you care about boats AND the environment. We also love the post-purchase services you offer.