Back in March 2012 we let readers know about 2.5- and 5-hp propane outboards from Lehr, fueled by one-pound camp bottles. There were some serious advantages … [Read more...]
Boating
Outboard Joystick Control: It’s a Brave New World
March 8, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Boaters and builders with twin and triple outboard rigs have been introduced to a whole new concept in steering control in recent months, thanks to advanced … [Read more...]
Diesel Power for Tow-Sports Boats
March 3, 2013 By 12 Comments
Not long ago, I advocated the use of diesels in runabouts, but then another notion hit me like a freight train. What about tow boats? A diesel is perfect … [Read more...]
Storm Damaged Boats, Part 3: Buying from Liquidators
February 26, 2013 By Leave a Comment
What happens to storm damaged boats after an insurance company declares the boat a total loss? They go to a liquidator, whose job it is to get whatever … [Read more...]
Boat Trailering: Tongue Weight
February 17, 2013 By Leave a Comment
In my continuing search for the perfect tow vehicle for my 5,000-pound boat and trailer combo I’ve been concentrating on tow vehicle suspension systems. … [Read more...]
Used Boat Deals: Engineless Boats, Boatless Engines
February 9, 2013 By 2 Comments
What follows is yet another way to drive your significant other crazy. So, know that going in. Generally speaking, a boat without an engine is priced … [Read more...]
When Buying a Used Boat, Check That Trailer
February 1, 2013 By Leave a Comment
There are lots of good deals on used boats on BoatTrader.com. I have to deny myself many of them. Well, almost all of them, but that’s not the point. … [Read more...]
Storm-Damaged Boats, Part 2: Untangling the Mess
January 18, 2013 By
What happens to storm-damaged boats? The initial answer depends on if you have your boat insured and the particulars of that policy. I’ll discuss what … [Read more...]
One Boat, Two Outdrive Options: Bravo One or Bravo Three?
January 14, 2013 By
OK, say you’ve narrowed your search to two boats. Both are the same model from the same manufacturer. Both are the same price and have the same engine. … [Read more...]
Storm Damaged Boats—Part 1
January 11, 2013 By
It’s Christmas week and a storm front is moving through the Northeast with torrential rains and 60 mile-per-hour wind gusts, reminding me of my colleague … [Read more...]
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