People who do their boating on lakes and other inland bodies of water have long known something that coastal boaters have only recently begun to find out: … [Read more...]
In the Boat Market
We want to help make your boat buying or boat selling experience as smooth and stress-free as it can be. Even for the experienced boater, the processes of buying and selling can be tough to navigate. From our experience in the industry, we hope to share some advice, tips and articles that will guide you through the rough waters.
Boat Delivery: Do It Yourself or Hire a Pro?
May 18, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Anyone buying a boat via the Internet these days may want to consider the delivery aspect of getting the boat home. Trailering is one thing, but delivering … [Read more...]
Adding Trim Tabs
May 15, 2013 By Leave a Comment
A buddy of mine bought a boat a while back that couldn’t keep its nose planted no matter how much negative trim he dialed in on his outboard. Hit a wave, … [Read more...]
How to Scare Off Boat Buyers
May 9, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Maybe it’s the white beard and sunburnt face that encourages people to ask my opinion about boats they are interested in buying. I prefer to think … [Read more...]
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...]
Cruisers Sport Series 238: Can Do.
April 24, 2013 By Leave a Comment
The Wisconsin boatbuilders at Cruisers Yachts have been mighty busy lately, celebrating 60 years in business by creating a bunch of new models in all sizes, … [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...]
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