DIY
For Sale: 28-Foot Forest Service Cruiser
Turn this diamond in the rough into the perfect NW pocket-cruiser.
From the Workbench: Fold-Over Fix
Large 10- to 12-gauge butt connectors? Much finer wire? Try this trick and keep right on chuggin’.
From the Workbench: Re-Bed-Done Right
Finding a perfect replacement is not often easy.
From the Workbench: Roll On, Roll Off
Forget to wear a long-sleeved shirt when grinding fiberglass? Nix that dust with a lint roller.
Troubleshooter: Adhesives, Caulks, Sealants
Steve Zimmerman explains choosing the right sealant for the job and why 5200 shouldn't be your go to.
Potential LED Interference With VHF, DSC, and AIS Communications (Video)
The USCG issues a Marine Safety Alert on this potential issue after numerous reports of degraded radio communication
USCG Navigational Rule 22 on navigation light visibility
Promotional Video from Fundamentals of Seamanship: Navigational Rules on Rule 22 which defines visibility of Navigational Lighting
Maintain your Seawater Pumps
Our troubleshooting guru, Steve Zimmerman, takes us through how to properly maintain your raw water pumps.
TROUBLESHOOTER: What To Do When Your Engine Won't Start (and it started yesterday)
Steve Zimmerman explains how to troubleshoot issues with your marine diesel engine's starter.
Avoiding Engine Room Disaster
A little training and some quick thinking save a couples long weekend.
Troubleshooter: Generate Solutions
A reliable genset can be essential to comfortable cruising. These skills can save your cruise.
Troubleshooter: Steering Systems
Technical contributor Steve Zimmerman on how to manage and maintain cable and hydraulic steering systems
