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Bluewater Prep
Prepping a boat for bluewater travel is an order of magnitude more challenging than typical weekend boating or even coastal cruising.
Cool Ideas
A battery-powered setup gives you air conditioning without the noise of a genset. Just be careful about the details.
Vital Fluids
Understanding fuel-flow and filtration systems is vital to diagnosing and fixing engine-power loss.
Speaking Their Languages
Understanding the way marine electronics communicate can help you troubleshoot failures.
Ask an expert: Trawler Q&A: Heat exchangers, explained; fighting mold and mildew; NOAA Custom Chart contributions and more
Your technical questions answered by some of the most experienced trawler minds afloat.
Slippery Situations
Whether it’s too high or too low, oil pressure that’s off can mean a slew of engine-room problems.
Running an Engine at the Right Temperature
Overheating isn’t the only concern with engines. Running too cool can also lead to problems.
Ask an Expert: Replacing the Refridgerator
Your technical questions answered by the pros
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?