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Canvas Care Essentials: 15 Tips
Don’t let folks judge your boat by its covers. Here’s how to bring old vinyl back to spec.
Electrical Parasites?
Yup—your boat has them, and they’re constantly feeding, sometimes to the point that you can step aboard and find your batteries drained.
Maintenance Essentials for Onboard Propane Safety
When troubleshooting problems with liquefied petroleum gas, safety always has to come first.
Trawler Q&A: Drogue Drama, Lubrication Hacks, and more
Your technical questions answered by some of the most experienced trawler minds afloat.
Dabbling in DIY? Sometimes the Best Plan of Action is "To Not To"
Ernie was the ultimate DIY boat owner. Until this one time...
Is Oil Analysis That Important?
Experts say yes, and the lab report can reveal a ton about the health of your engines.
Trawler Q&A: A Steering Gear Snafu, Anchors Behaving Badly & Broker Ethics
Your technical questions answered by some of the most experienced trawler minds on the water.
The Do-It-Yourself Guide to Wiring and Crimping
Proper wiring and crimping can prevent voltage drop and ensure that everything turns on when it should.
Fact of Fiction: Can Stainless Steel be a Fire Hazard?
Here's why you should never put a stainless washer between a ring terminal and a bus bar or battery terminal.
Back to Basics
Today’s technology means we’re losing necessary skills that we no longer use.
Q&A: Swinging on the Hook, Halyard Shackles & Cruising Preparedness
Your technical questions answered by some of the most experienced trawler minds on the water.
Add More Gear with Smarter Power Distribution
Understanding power distribution can help you make smarter choices when adding equipment.
How to Update Your Boat's Refrigeration
Think ice is a Stone Age method of keeping food cold? Maybe you need to install some extra refrigeration. But first, read this.
The Ultimate Haul-Out Guide (Includes Free Checklist)
Whether hauling out annually or less often, follow this haul-out game plan to get the most from your time "on the hard."
Get Your Shine On: Top Varnishing Tips for DIYers
A great varnishing job is a blend of smart preparation and time-sensitive application. Here's the right way to do it.
How To Bleed A Diesel Engine
Got an airlocked engine on your hands? Here's how to fix it.
The Ultimate Impeller Hack
Attempting to re-install a rubber impeller in your engine room? First read this.
How To Find, Stop & Seal Water Leaks
The problem was easy to see. Figuring out the solution was another matter.
Pro Tip: How To Maintain A Working Windlass
When it comes to your windlass, what you "don’t" see is what needs the most TLC.
How to Tame a Smelly Bilge
Smart maintenance will ensure that nasty stenches can’t collect in the bilge.
Q&A: New Parts for Old Engines, Second-Hand Surveys
Your technical questions answered by some of the most experienced trawler minds on the water.
The Coolant Recovery Bottle: Unsung Hero of the Engine Room
Here's how to make sure your coolant recovery bottle is properly installed and in good working order.
Pro Tip: Never Partially Assemble a Component with Loose Parts
Think you'll always remember to return later to finalize the installation? Think again.