We are on a Mission!
We are a company on a mission to help boaters select the best replacement gearcase available. While some boat shops will sell you an unreliable piece of garbage to get your sale, we won’t stand for inferior products. Our mission is to be sure our buyers are educated about their lower unit choices so they can […]
Boat Maintenance Checklist
Spring is here and the sun and warm temperatures are not far behind. Soon you will want to be out enjoying the sunshine and what better way to do it than to hit the lake? Before you make your first trip to the lake this year, it’s a good idea to make sure your engine is top […]
FINAL DAYS-MERCURY 5 YEAR WARRANTY
Act today if you plan to buy a new Mercury outboard or Mercruiser Sterndrive! Six days remain on the program to receive five years of factory-backed coverage on ALL NEW Mercury Outboards and Mercruiser Sterndrives. (2 years of the free Mercury Product Protection Gold in addition to the 3 years standard limited warranty). Motors sold through March […]
Act Now -10% Off Boat Parts
Spring break in Kansas City is winding down & St. Patrick’s Day is near. We are all looking forward to those warm summer months out on the lake with family and friends. Smart boaters know that successful days on the water require preparation. The key component of that preparation that is boat maintenance. Are you ready […]
You’ll Flip over our Spring Break Special
Spring Break Savings from US Boatworks! Spring is here, Saint Patricks Day is a week away & we feel like celebrating. What better way to celebrate than to save money? So, we are offering a price break for you. When you spend $100 or more at our online store, save 10% on your boat parts […]
Open Saturdays
It finally happened just like it does every year. Freezing temperatures left us and spring is in the air. Like clockwork as soon as it warms up, our phones start ringing off the hook and customers line up to get their boats ready for the season. Since you need us, we are now open on Saturdays beginning March 3rd. […]
Announcing the new Mercury V-6 FourStroke Outboard
Mercury Marine recently introduced the brand new naturally aspirated 3.4L, V-6 FourStroke outboard. This outboard is available in 175 hp, 200 hp and 225 horse power. An announcement was made via a Facebook live event last week from the 2018 Miami International Boat Show. This Mercury V6 FourStroke outboard is the lightest and quietest engine you will […]
New Mercury MerCruiser 5 Year Warranty Promotion
Mercury Power of Protection program offering long-term customer peace of mind! For a limited time, receive five years of factory-backed coverage (2 years of the free Mercury Product Protection Gold in addition to the 3 years standard limited warranty) on ALL NEW Mercury Outboards. This offer is good on most outboard and sterndrive engines sold […]
A Guide to Replacing Your Lower Unit
Happy New Year
As we say goodbye to 2017, we look forward to making 2018 an even better year. Our goal is to continue providing a superb customer experience by adding value to every customer that reaches our retail store or online shop. Adding value through customer education, friendly advice and a wide array of product to meet […]
I Damaged My Lower Unit – Now What?
Tips & recommendations for replacing your gearcase lower unit. It happens – just plain bad luck – hitting an underwater tree stump, rock or other invisible debris and your boat lower unit is shot. After you get towed safely back to shore and have a chance to regroup, what are your next action steps? We […]
Boat Motor Tune Up Instructions
Judging by the huge quantity of duck boats we have in our repair shop for tune-ups right now, it is clear that duck season in our area is underway. To ensure your first duck hunting trip this year goes smoothly, it’s crucial to know how to tune up a boat motor to make sure your […]
US Boatworks closed on Saturdays for the Winter
It’s sad but true, US Boatworks is now closed on Saturdays through March 2018. While we may be open shorter hours, we will still be hard at work for our customers. Our lot is still packed with boats to winterize and we already have some big winter projects for a few individuals. A big chunk […]
Celebrate National Hunting and Fishing Month
October has been declared National Hunting and Fishing Month by US. Secretary of the Interior Ryan Zinke. Zinke is a proponent of hunting and fishing and looks to expand these activities in our National Parks. He notes in an article on the Kansas Wildlife Federation Website, that hunters and anglers play a huge part in conservation […]
DIY Boat Winterization Supply Guide
Winterization tips for do-it-yourselfers: This week daytime temperatures are dipping into the 60’s and it finally feels like fall outside. Enjoy these cooler temperatures by taking your boat out for a quick drive while you can. Traffic on the lake will be at a minimum; you may have the lake all to yourself. It may be […]
Fall into Savings
Ways to Save at US Boatworks This fall season opportunities abound for savings at US Boatworks. Currently we have two ways to save. First, when you order boat parts online, you can reduce your shipping costs to $7.95 when you order $100 or more. Using coupon code 7dollarship at check out. (Some exclusions apply) Next up […]
Rebates on Mercury Outboards Available Now!
REPOWER SALES EVENT Buy a new Mercury Engine today and save big. Choose between two great Mercury outboard repower rebate offers: – a Factory-Direct Rebate of up to $1,000 OR – 0 Down Payment, 0 Interest, and 0 Payments for Six Months Financing. Either way, there’s no better way to join the […]
The best oil for your Mercury Outboard
Motor oil for 2 and 4 stroke engines is readily available at discount stores or automotive stores. The price is slightly cheaper than the OEM boat engine oil so we often get the question: “Can I safely use aftermarket or generic oil in my outboard motor?” Always use Brand Name OEM Oil for your motor. The […]
Happy Labor Day
Here’s to the many workers have contributed to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of our country. While we recognize the history of this great nation, Labor Day also marks the last big celebration of the summer season. So, all you hard workers, get out there and enjoy your weekend. Temperatures will change soon and we will be […]
Genuine Outboard Motor Oil VS Generic Motor Oil
Most of us have been to discount stores and automotive stores and have been tempted to buy their outboard motor oil to use in your boat engine. The price is cheaper than the OEM boat engine oil so we often get the question: “Can I safely use the aftermarket or generic motor oil in my outboard […]
