How can I run my boat motor out of the water while using a garden hose?

Answer by  Timpridemore (149)

If your boat has an outboard engine or an outdrive that pulls engine cooling water through the lower unit, use a set of flushing ears placed over the water inlet on the lower unit. Most inboards have a flushing connection on the engine to connect a garden hose directly to.

Answer by  brado76 (167)

Usually you can use an adapter that has a connection for your water hose. You can buy and adapter at a local marina supply store. It looks like two large suction cups with a very thin metal rod that runs though both of them. For very small outboard motors, you can use a large trash can filled with water.