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Late Summer Maintenance special!For all Mercury Optimax enginesHave your Fuel injectors cleaned and flow tested, a new s...
08/24/2026

Late Summer Maintenance special!

For all Mercury Optimax engines

Have your Fuel injectors cleaned and flow tested, a new set of spark plugs, fuel filter, impeller and gear l**e changed for $499, that’s $300 off!

This pricing will be good through September 18th 2026, this can be adjusted for any outboard, send us a message or call the shop to get scheduled.

Tournament results
05/31/2026

Tournament results

Congratulations to Michael Fiedler and Dylan Roth for winning the Wide Open Marine Waconia Classic. Thanks to everybody ...
05/31/2026

Congratulations to Michael Fiedler and Dylan Roth for winning the Wide Open Marine Waconia Classic.

Thanks to everybody who came out and joined us today!

5/31 Waconia tournament details- please split up parking between the various launches around the lake per DNR and Sherif...
05/30/2026

5/31 Waconia tournament details

- please split up parking between the various launches around the lake per DNR and Sheriffs request

- we will be at the shore of the regional park access checking in boats beginning at 6 am, look for the Wide Open Marine boat and we will get you squared away.

- boat draw will be done as you check in

- take off at 7AM, weigh in is at the same location at 3pm.

- please do not use your weigh bags, come get them from the weigh in site, weigh your fish and return them for other anglers to use.

- 5 fish limit, 12” minimum.

Looking forward to seeing everyone tomorrow, good luck!

“Motor runs fine once it’s up on pad, really starting get hard to get on plane”This engine was on track to burn down and...
04/03/2026

“Motor runs fine once it’s up on pad, really starting get hard to get on plane”

This engine was on track to burn down and lose compression had it not been brought in to have injectors checked.

Don’t let the old “it’s just cold blooded and getting tired” cost you a motor.

Details will be posted to the website this weekend by 4/5Wideopenmarinemn.comLooking forward to another great tournament...
04/02/2026

Details will be posted to the website this weekend by 4/5

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Looking forward to another great tournament!

03/01/2026

We don’t just fix boats — we diagnose the problem accurately the first time and get you back on the water faster. Reliable repairs, minimal downtime, and expert solutions every step of the way.

Clean power+Clean rigging= Fewer issues for you on the water
02/23/2026

Clean power+Clean rigging= Fewer issues for you on the water

02/22/2026

The schedule is starting to fill up! Give us a call or send us a message to get your boat ready for spring!

⚠️ Don’t Skip the Warm-Up — It Can Save Your Engine ⚠️Cold seizure is one of the fastest ways to destroy an outboard mot...
12/04/2025

⚠️ Don’t Skip the Warm-Up — It Can Save Your Engine ⚠️

Cold seizure is one of the fastest ways to destroy an outboard motor — and it happens more often than most boaters realize. Starting a cold engine and immediately hammering the throttle doesn’t give internal parts time to expand evenly. When that happens, pistons can scuff or seize in the cylinder, leading to catastrophic engine failure in seconds.

✅ Always allow your outboard to fully warm up before getting on plane.
Let oil circulate. Let metal expand. Let water temps stabilize. Those few extra minutes at idle can save you thousands in repairs.

But that’s only half the battle…

🚨 A thermostat stuck open from debris is a silent engine killer.
Sand, shells, weeds, or corrosion can hold a thermostat open, preventing the engine from ever reaching proper operating temperature. When an engine runs too cool:
• Fuel doesn’t burn efficiently
• Moisture doesn’t evaporate
• Internal wear accelerates
• And the risk of cold seizure skyrockets

Catching this early during routine maintenance can be the difference between a simple thermostat cleaning and a completely blown powerhead.

🔧 Bottom line:
Warm your engine every time.
Inspect your thermostat regularly.
Never assume “cold running is safe running.”
Pay attention to all alarms.

A few minutes of patience and a simple inspection can protect your motor, your money, and your time on the water.

Address

Arlington, MN
55307

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+19522885399

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