Outboard & Engine Repair Near Lakewood Ranch

If your outboard won't start in the driveway, or it quit on you at Lake Manatee, our technicians can find the problem and fix it. McKeever's Marine is about 20 to 25 minutes from most Lakewood Ranch neighborhoods. Take SR-64 west, or I-75 north to SR-64, and head into east Bradenton to 3232 26th Ave E.

Lakewood Ranch boats often split their time between fresh water and salt water, and many sit between trips. That leads to a few common problems:

• Hard starts and rough running from old or ethanol fuel
• Gummed-up carburetors and clogged injectors
• Weak batteries and charging problems
• Water pump and impeller wear, especially after sandy ramps
• Overheating after running the Manatee River or Tampa Bay without flushing

We're an authorized Honda dealer for 2.3 to 100 HP outboards and a Tohatsu sales and service center for all sizes. We also repair Yamaha, Suzuki and Mercury. Small kicker motors on lake boats and large outboards on bay boats both get the same care.

• Diagnostics for no-starts, stalling and loss of power
• Fuel system cleaning, carburetors and injectors
• Water pumps, impellers and cooling system service
• Lower unit and gearcase service and seals
• Trim, tilt and steering repair
• Oil changes and 100, 300 and 500 hour service
• Powerhead rebuilds
• Outboard ECU tuning

Do I need to bring my boat in? Yes. All engine work is done at our Bradenton shop.

How long will it take? It depends on the repair and how busy the shop is. We'll call or text you with a diagnosis and quote before any work starts.

My boat only runs on the lake. Does it still need service? Yes. Fresh water is easier on a motor, but fuel, batteries, impellers and oil still need regular care, especially when the boat sits.

Call or text 941-718-5572 with your motor's make, model, horsepower and year, plus a short description of the problem. You can also email mckeeversmarine@gmail.com.

McKeever's Marine, Voted Bradenton's Best (Bradenton Herald Silver, Boat Service/Repair, 2025 and 2026) 3232 26th Ave E, Unit D, Bradenton, FL 34208 Monday to Friday 8am to 6pm, Saturday 8am to 12pm by appointment, Sunday closed

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