I'm picking up my first boat this weekend, and I couldn't be more excited! It's a 2019 Lowe Skorpion 17 with a 60hp merc on it. I've been waiting for this moment for what seems like my whole life, and to say I'm excited is an understatement! ... That being said, I want to make sure I do everything to the best I can regarding the boat (such as breaking in the motor, and not doing anything too stupid). 

 

I was wondering if there are any tips you'd like to share to help out a first time boat owner of a new boat?

 

- Also, even though this boat is the first I have ever owned, I have quite a lot of boating experience with small to semi-large boats. The advice I'm seeking has more to do with the mechanics (and how to deal with breaking in a brand new boat) instead of boating skills.

 

Thanks!

I took a stopwatch with me and did mine exactly like the manual says to do it. Went one evening and got the break in over so I didnt have to try and keep up with it while fishing or in a tournament.  Other than that I'd just keep the oil checked once a month or so assuming its a 4 stroke.  I bought a new one last year and babied it til this past weekend.  Big tournament and I beached it for convenience and scratched up the bottom pretty good. Doesnt affect anything but makes me sick i was that foolish.  Just be smart with it and think things through and you'll be just fine. Congrats on the new boat and good luck with it! Post some pics when u get it!

Follow the Merc break in proceedure manual you recieve with your new boat.

Congratulations and enjoy your new boat!

Tom