Just recently I learned about a program from Mercury Marine that I bet not too many used-boat shoppers know about. Conditions would have to be just right … [Read more...]
Boating
Hose Clamps for Boats: Below the Waterline
August 17, 2013 By Leave a Comment
You’re buying a new or used boat, and while inspecting the engine space and below the floorboards you’re pleased to see new hoses on the through-hulls: … [Read more...]
Change the Gear Oil in a Used Stern-Drive
August 14, 2013 By Leave a Comment
One of the first things I do when I buy a used anything with an internal combustion engine is change the fluids. Engine oil goes first. Then the transmission … [Read more...]
Bleeding Boat Trailer Brakes: The Phoenix System
August 11, 2013 By 1 Comment
A buddy of mine called with a puzzling question. He had just bought a new-to-him boat, and the master cylinder on the surge-brake system on his trailer … [Read more...]
How to Get Rid of Bad Boat Fuel
August 8, 2013 By 2 Comments
Going through the frustrating process of dealing with bad marine fuel? Be it diesel or gas, you’ll want to know how to start fresh and completely eliminate … [Read more...]
Sea Ray 250 SLX: Big Bowrider With Built-In Quiet
August 5, 2013 By Leave a Comment
The Sea Ray 250 SLX was introduced early in 2012 and promptly won an NMMA Innovation Award at the Miami International Boat Show. The boat has continued … [Read more...]
Boating Friendships: Above and Beyond
August 2, 2013 By Leave a Comment
To the uninitiated, a weekend of boating seems like nothing more than a bunch of people out on the water, driving around and pulling people with ropes. … [Read more...]
Boat Propellers Simplified
July 30, 2013 By 1 Comment
I don’t know about you, but propellers have always mystified me. They still do. A lot of my boating buddies would swap one for another and back again, … [Read more...]
What Marine Surveyors Look For
July 27, 2013 By 1 Comment
If you’re choosy enough to hire a surveyor, it would be helpful to know what they’re looking for. I asked Edward R. Cozzi, president, CEO and professional … [Read more...]
Boaters: Who has the Right of Way?
July 24, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Boats are zipping past in all directions -- sailboats, powerboats, high-speed ferry-boats, tankers, and an occasional car-carrier, not to mention scores … [Read more...]