How To Maintain A Freshwater Tank
Here's how to restore your water tank or tanks to like-new condition, with minimal effort.
Are Two Pumps Better Than One? You Bet.
When the freshwater pump goes, your crew's sanity follows. Here's how to avoid an unpleasant dry spell.
How To Keep OBS (Old Boat Smell) In Check
The main culprit is often a grubby bilge that contains oil, oil residue, and a lot of crud. Here's what you can do.
How to Free Up a Seized Marine Fastener
Here’s a DIY technique that just might get that darn screw to turn.
Hose Clamp Smarts
Here's why spending a few hours this weekend checking all of your onboard hose clamps is a great idea.
A Quick Tip on Hose Replacement
Why you should "bite the bullet" and change out all related hoses when replacing any hose-fed ancillary on board.
Why One Toolbox Aboard Is Not Enough
Multiple toolboxes, each labeled with its contents, will help you maintain DIY momentum—and your sanity.
The Importance of Book Keeping
Creating a library of owner’s manuals and other stuff has real, hands-on advantages.
How To Resize a Hole in a Deck or Bulkhead
Need to turn a small circular hole in a bulkhead, deck or other surface into a larger one? Here's a tip.
How To Keep Hull Marine Growth In Check
While not a replacement for bottom paint, Ultrasonic Antifouling systems can help keep your hull cleaner, extend paint life and improve fuel economy.
The Plumber's Snake Trick
With a "marinized" magnetized plumber’s snake, you may be surprised at what treasures come up.
DIYers: Behold the Japanese Saw
A Japanese saw may be the perfect tool for certain precision projects on board.
How To Know When To Change Your Boat's Water Hoses
A failing potable-water hose can present a sticky situation. Here's the tell.
How To Get The Most Out Of Your Wiper Blades
The worst time to discover your windshield wipers are shot is when you really need ’em.
How A Smartphone Can Be A DIYer's Best Friend
A smartphone’s not just for talking, you know.
How To Nix Those Pesky Drips
PEX tubing and SharkBite fittings can make leaking plumbing systems sound.
How To Bust Rust On Stainless Steel
Believe it or not, getting rid of rust on stainless steel can be both an easy and satisfying task.
Time For A Mid-Summer Tune-Up
Vibration, galvanic corrosion, calcium buildup—oh my! Why not take a few minutes this weekend and give your boat a once-over?
How To Bond Starboard To Itself Or Other Surfaces
This straightforward little product seems to robustly bond Starboard without all the complicated prep.
How To Remove Pencil-type Zinc Anodes
To heck with knives and forceps. There’s a much easier way to extract pencil-type anodes from tight spaces.
How To Re-Bed Your Deck Hardware For the Long Haul
Time to re-bed...again? This time, make it last. Here's how.
How To Keep A Seacock Working Freely
Next time you notice a bit of stiffness in a seacock’s valve, try this.
How to Keep Your Fuel System Healthy
Avoid diesel fuel filtering system clog-ups with this handy tool.
How to Drill Holes in Stainless Steel
Drilling stainless steel can be a hot mess. Here's a quick tip for keeping your cool.
How To Make Incompatible Electrical Wire Size Compatible
Large 10- to 12-gauge butt connectors? Much finer wire? Try this trick and keep right on chuggin’.
How To Fix a Common A/C Problem for Under $10
Sometimes, all your marine air conditioner needs is a couple of shots from a common dock hose.
Why You Need an Exhaust Temperature Alarm
Installing an exhaust temperature sensor and alarm can save your bacon.
How to Make Your Paint Last Longer
Two-part marine paints are finicky. Here’s how to handle them.