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  1. 06-04-2023, 12:33 PM #1
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    I have a 40 hp Yamaha 2-stroke older outboard that's never been in salt water. I plan to use in salt and brackish in August. Should I flush it out afterward? It'll probably be at least 2 hours before I can get it to a fresh water hook up after running it in the salt.

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    Certainly would not hurt. A run in a fresh water lake doesn't hurt either
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    Flush it as soon as you can and make sure the prop shaft is greased well. Without grease, removing the prop will be a real problem in a few years.
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    Good advise.
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    I tried to "FLUSH" my outboard, but it wouldn't fit in the toilet. Sorry couldn't resist!
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