Storing spark plugs for a boat motor

Riverteeth · 09-04-2009, 07:19 PM

I bought some spark plugs for the used boat/motor that purchased recently. But then I found out from the previous owner that he had just done a tune up on the motor.

So can I sit on the spark plugs for 2-3 years until I need to (really) change them? Or should I send them back? Its a 200 HP outboard Yamaha if it matters.

fishkisser · 09-04-2009, 08:01 PM

They will last a long time if kept indoors and not allowed to corrode ...

Highmark · 09-05-2009, 07:34 AM

If you run your boat in the ocean.
You may think about changing them every Year.
Good preventive maintenance proceedure.

Salmon Chaser · 09-05-2009, 07:54 AM

vacuum seal them and take them with ya.

Hawk JJ · 09-06-2009, 10:49 AM

I put spare plugs in a ziplock bag in the compartment under my boat seat in case of an emergency.

baitsauce · 09-06-2009, 12:15 PM

They can be stored forever as long as they remain dry and aren't banged around.