It’s a clear, sunny day, and you hear a 4- to 6-second blast of a ship’s whistle or horn. What should you do? Please, look for the source! This signal … [Read more...]
Boating
Stuffing Box Maintenance
September 22, 2013 By Leave a Comment
It happens every spring: Right after launching their inboard-engine-powered boats, owners are left wondering why they didn’t repack the engine shaft … [Read more...]
Boat Trailer Types: Freedom of Choice
September 19, 2013 By Leave a Comment
When we shop for boats, we look critically at the boat. We scrutinize its condition and whether it will meet our needs -- but we probably don’t pay … [Read more...]
Front-Wheel Drive for Boat Towing?
September 16, 2013 By Leave a Comment
People tend to ask me a lot of questions. I guess I have them fooled into believing I know a thing or two about boats. Trucks, too, probably. So a buddy … [Read more...]
Boat Trailers: New or Used?
September 13, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Having a trailer for your boat means that you can be independent of boatyards and haulers for launching, transport, and storage. Storing a boat in your … [Read more...]
Ethanol’s Worst Enemy
September 10, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Alcohol has the power to ruin lives if you let it. It also has the power to wreak havoc on a boat’s fuel system. If you need a bit of background, … [Read more...]
A Primer on Towing Safely
September 7, 2013 By Leave a Comment
While towing, you can almost measure acceleration with a sundial, and you can forget about passing anything — especially a gas station. You can’t stop … [Read more...]
Cruisers Sport Series 208 Bowrider: Little Big Boat
September 4, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Cruisers Yachts, known for…well, yachts, are now getting a lot of attention for their Sport Series smaller boats. The series includes eight models from … [Read more...]
Teleflex Steering: Maintenance
September 1, 2013 By Leave a Comment
In my blog from last week, I described how to replace an old worn out Teleflex steering cable for your outboard boat. This week, let's look at how to maintain … [Read more...]
Carolina Skiff Fun Chaser FGP 2100: Pontoon or Cat?
August 29, 2013 By Leave a Comment
If you’re searching for a boat to fit a lifestyle, as opposed to a particular make and model, it pays to look at what established builders are doing … [Read more...]