Boat owners are well aware of the woes that come with marine vehicle maintenance. A lot of owners can attest to not only the frequency with which marine vehicles need to be maintained, but also to the high costs that come with even basic maintenance fees. In order to save more money for fun on the water, especially considering the price per gallon of fuel these days, there are a few ways to find bargains on boat parts and accessories. One of the best ways to find deals on a variety of parts and accessories for your boat is to search through a junk or scrap yard. While scrap yard scavenging might only be an option for individuals who are a more familiar with boat maintenance since it does require more know-how and familiarity with the machine that you own, it does make for a much cheaper option than ordering the parts you need brand new. Before you make a trip you should probably call your local scrap yard to see if they have a lot of boats that can be picked over for scrap parts; localities that are near a water source will typically have more options of marine parts to browse through. Another way to find cheaper deals on parts is to do an Internet search for companies and individuals that are selling used parts at a discount. Find your favorite search engine and type in a query such as “mercruiser parts” or something more specific in terms of the actual part you are searching for and see if there is anyone selling what you are looking for. Make sure to account for shipping costs in the total price; keep in mind that it can sometimes it can be cheaper to buy new if the shipping fees are really high.