Video Help

Choose a topic below and watch our short tutorials at your own pace.

Getting Started

Learn the basics of using OutboardBits.

• Welcome to OutboardBits — An introduction to the UK’s dedicated marine marketplace.

• Creating Your Account — How to register and join OutboardBits.

• Logging In and Your Member Menu — Find your account and member features.

Buying Parts and Outboards

Find what you need quickly and easily.

• Searching for Products — How to search for outboards, parts and accessories.

• Browsing Categories and Brands — Find products by category or manufacturer.

• Viewing a Product and Contacting a Seller — Understand product listings and contact the seller.

• Completing a Purchase — A guide to the buying and checkout process.

Request a Part

Can’t find the part you’re looking for? Let our marketplace vendors help.

• Submitting a Part Request — Tell vendors what part you need.

• Receiving and Comparing Quotes — Review offers from participating vendors.

• Accepting a Quote and Completing Your Purchase — Follow the process from quote to checkout.

• Tracking Your Part Requests — Find your requests and their progress.

My Outboards

Keep your engine information organised in one place.

• Adding Your Outboard — Create a record for your engine.

• Editing Your Engine Details — Keep your information up to date.

• Managing Multiple Outboards — Organise records for all your engines.

Outboard Passport

Learn how to keep a useful history for your engine.

• What Is an Outboard Passport? — Discover how an engine passport works.

• Creating an Outboard Passport — Get started with your passport.

• Using the Passport QR Code — Learn how the QR code connects to the engine’s record.

• Ownership and Engine History — Understand the information recorded with an engine.

Outboard Diagnostics

Get help investigating common outboard engine problems.

• Using Outboard Diagnostics — An introduction to the diagnostic guide.

• Fuel System Problems — Work through common fuel-related symptoms.

• Charging System Problems — Investigate common charging faults.

• Overheating and Poor Water Flow — Learn what to check when an engine overheats.

• Shift and Gear Control Problems — Explore common gear and shift issues.

Always follow the engine manufacturer’s safety instructions. Stop if a repair is beyond your experience.

Small Boats

Explore our small-boat marketplace.

• Browsing Small Boat Listings — Find boats advertised on OutboardBits.

• Searching by Location and Category — Narrow down your search.

• Creating a Boat Listing — Learn how to advertise a boat, where this feature is available.

• Managing Your Boat Advert — Update your listing when needed.

Selling on OutboardBits

For marine businesses and vendors who want to reach more boaters.

• Becoming a Vendor — How to apply for a vendor account.

• Setting Up Your Store — Introduce your business to buyers.

• Adding and Managing Products — Create and maintain product listings.

• Managing Orders — Follow orders through the marketplace.

Advertising on OutboardBits

Help your marine business reach a specialist audience.

• Advertising Opportunities — Learn about advertising on OutboardBits.

• Enquiring About a Banner — Find out how to arrange advertising.

Need More Help?

If you cannot find the answer in our videos, visit the Help Centre or contact us for assistance.

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We will continue adding new help videos as more features and tutorials become available.