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Boat Transmission: Stuck In Gear
An acquaintance of mine recently bought a new-to-him boat. He was out in it for the first time when he discovered he couldn’t get it out of gear, so he called me to ask what the problem … [Read More...]
Selfie vs. Fishie? Easy Choice
A few days ago we posted a simple graphic on BoatTrader’s Facebook page. It showed an illustration of a runabout, and said "The world needs more people holding fish in pictures… and fewer people holding … [Read More...]
Used Boat Deals: Moderate Fixes, Big Savings
One way to get a deal on a used boat stems from someone else’s misfortune: divorce, death, job loss, and so on. All of those those things can lead to someone needing to sell a boat quickly. As I've … [Read More...]
Cobalt A40: Sporty Comfort Under the Sun
A 40-foot boat that combines a lot of hull volume and cockpit space with advanced styling -- while promising both speed and serious comfort -- has to accomplish quite a bit to get it all right. The … [Read More...]
Spring Outboard Commissioning
Getting your outboard ready for spring launch is often sort of a good news/bad news affair for boat owners. The good news is that if you properly winterized your four-stroke outboard or your two-stroke … [Read More...]
Bottom Stripping Basics
Scene 1: A kitchen, springtime. A couple sits drinking coffee. Man (looking miserable): “I can’t hold out any longer. It’s been years.” Woman: “What has, dear?” Man: “There’s no way … [Read More...]