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Trawler Q&A: Drogue Drama, Lubrication Hacks, and more
Your technical questions answered by some of the most experienced trawler minds afloat.
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.
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.
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.
Q&A: Recurring Rust Spots, Insurance for Old Boats, Hose Clamps (Vol. 3)
I have a Mainship 34 with a Yanmar 6LYSTP. In 2018, I noticed rust spots on top of the exhaust elbow...
Trawler Q&A: Sea Trial Savvy, Gray Water Gripes & a Diesel Dilemma
Your technical questions answered by some of the most experienced trawler minds on the water.
Q&A: Leaky Shafts, Prop Walk & Lubes for Sliders
Your technical questions answered by the most experienced trawler minds on the water.
Prop Walk For Outboards? Not So Much
Q: I have an outboard. Does prop walk apply to me or not?
The Case of the Mysterious Self-Starting Diesel
Is it possible for a diesel engine to start up all on its own?