As I begin to type this blog, I look down at the backs of my hands, and they look like they’ve been put through a cotton gin. My hands ache from tugging … [Read more...]
New Life For Your Old Boat
Does taking care of your boat seem like a never-ending process? Then we bet you’re on the right track. Boat maintenance and restoration are essential to ensuring that you enjoy every minute you spend on the water. When you know your boat is in great condition, you can spend your carefree days on the water listening to the waves instead of wondering, what is that noise? We will share some restoration stories and maintenance tips and tricks to help you along the way. Or share some of your own – everyone can use a helping hand!
Boat Trailer Tires
March 30, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Tire troubles are the number one reason for calls to BoatUS’s roadside assistance. When my buddy Lee asked me recently where he should get tires for … [Read more...]
Man Overboard Electronics: DSC Radios
March 23, 2013 By Leave a Comment
My friend Lee came back from a boat show recently, and started asking me questions about VHF marine radios he’d seen there -- ones with with “man-overboard" … [Read more...]
Polishing Aluminum: Curb Appeal for Your Boat
March 16, 2013 By 1 Comment
Typically, aluminum on a boat is either anodized, powder-coated, or bare metal. How it looks on the boat you’re selling can have an effect on the price … [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...]
How to Shine Chrome on a Boat
February 12, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Most of the steel bits on boats are stainless, and for good reason. But some is chrome, and if not cared for properly, it can really detract from the boat’s … [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...]
Favorite Tools For Used-Boat Maintenance
January 21, 2013 By
If you’re looking for a used boat, I’m going to assume you’re handy with tools. If not, you will be soon. I have a few tools I can’t do without, … [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...]
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