The best way to flush your engine is by following the owner's manual, which is probably something that doesn’t come with a used boat, so let’s touch … [Read more...]
Boat Advice
How-to, tips. General boating advice.
Sterndrive Engines: Big Block or Small?
May 4, 2013 By Leave a Comment
I might be overthinking this, but let’s just say for the sake of simplicity that the price difference among all three is negligible, the hours are comparable, … [Read more...]
Inboard Engine Alignment
May 1, 2013 By Leave a Comment
If you have an inboard engine on your boat and have excessive vibration, it may be due to the engine not being properly aligned with the shaft. Worn cutlass … [Read more...]
Boat Vibration: Chasing Down the Culprits
April 27, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Fiberglass boats built in the 1980’s are numerous and, with routine maintenance, fun to own. The routine maintenance caveat is a cautionary tale. Let … [Read more...]
Gelcoat Maintenance: Time to Shine
April 20, 2013 By 2 Comments
Like a lot of other boaters all over the country, especially the northern parts, we're itching to get on the water this summer, and we're collecting the … [Read more...]
Marine Toilets: The Basics
April 17, 2013 By Leave a Comment
One difference between a “guys” open boat and a boat intended for mixed company or the entire family, is a marine toilet or head. Graduating from … [Read more...]
Test-Drive Trivia: Knock, Knock?
April 14, 2013 By Leave a Comment
If you're ever test-driving a used stern-drive boat and you hear a knocking or thumping sound coming from the transom, but only when the drive is turned … [Read more...]
Marine Engines: EFI vs. Carbureted Models
April 11, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Say you’re looking at two lightly used runabouts with Volvo Penta propulsion. One is a 2011 model with a base 4.3-liter V6 with 50 hours on it. The other … [Read more...]
Used-Boat All-Star: Bayliner 2452
April 8, 2013 By Leave a Comment
“Price reduced! too good to miss! 24 ft 1993 Bayliner Classic 2452 cruiser is in GREAT SHAPE! NEW 5.0 liter mercury with Alpha outdrive professionally … [Read more...]
DIY Fiberglass Boat Repairs
April 4, 2013 By 1 Comment
Most fiberglass boats today are made with a foam core sandwiched between layers of polyester resin. This building technique has proven strong and durable. … [Read more...]
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