Standing maintenance for Hobe Sound boats that fail from rest
Hobe Sound boats do a lot of sitting. Lift boats and dock boats on the quiet Intracoastal here run a few weekends a month, and the motors that fail usually fail from rest, not from miles. Fuel goes stale, anodes disappear, and impellers dry out and crack.
That makes the annual side of the 100-hour interval the one that counts. Gear lube, fuel, and grease degrade whether or not you run the engine. There is no boatyard around the corner here, so we drive to Loblolly Marina, the Hobe Sound Marina area, or your lift. It is 35 to 45 minutes from Port St. Lucie, and travel cost is quoted upfront because Hobe Sound is outside the no-fee cities.
What a Hobe Sound visit covers
Hobe Sound service jobs
- Annual service — for boats with low hours
- Impeller inspection — dry-set rubber is the usual finding
- Anode replacement — anodes waste away at the dock
- Ramp-side service — at the Hobe Sound public ramp
Hobe Sound service cost
A single outboard typically runs the range below. If it has been several years since the last service, the engine will usually need more than the standard list, and the quote reflects that.
- 100-hour service, single outboard: $220 – $380
- Twins and triples: quoted per boat, since they take longer and use double or triple the parts
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My boat sits on a lift most of the month. Does it need service?
Yes. Sitting is hard on a boat. Fuel degrades, impellers take a set when dry, and batteries weaken. Annual service is part of the interval.
Can you service at the public ramp?
Yes, for trailer boats. Your dock or driveway is usually easier for longer work.
What does the service record do for warranty?
Manufacturers need on-schedule maintenance with correct parts and documentation. We give you a written service record.
Is there a trip fee?
A fee may apply and is quoted upfront.