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Took my 2003 Gulfstream out for the first time this season since launching it at the marina a few weeks ago. I had noticed an oil/fuel? slick around my boat. Wasn't sure if it was from my boat or not. After returning from a run out on the ocean, I discovered oil coming out of what looks like a...

Thanks again for all your responses. I purchased the boat last summer and it's a 2003 with 300 hours. I don't know if the previous owners did it but it certainly can't hurt. Any flushing is better than no flushing.

Thanks for the reply. I'm convinced it's the right thing to do.

I know Yamaha and the dealer recommends flushing the engine after each use (salt water). I've never seen anyone do it at the marina I'm at. Has anyone had any issues NOT flushing the engine. The Yamaha 225 has a flush port right under the cover, so it's not difficult to do.

Thanks for the replies. I wasn't aware you could repair/replace the wood core. Sounds like that might be the way to go. I'll let you know how it turns out.

Screen Name: Bumpye, First Name: Rich, Boat is a 2003 Gulfstream with a 2003 Yamaha 225. Just over 300 hours at end of last season.

New owner here. First time posting (that takes care of legal)! My swim platform is "soft" on the port side on my 2003 Gulfstream. Apparently the wood core is soft due to water intrusion. I was told a new platform runs about $600 + install. I was also told you could inject an epoxy to firm it up...