In my last post, I explained how to identify where the core of a fiberglass boat needs repair. When repairing core problems it is important to find the … [Read more...]
Boating Blogs
Fiberglass Core Repairs, Part One
December 9, 2010 By
If you are considering buying an older fiberglass boat that your marine surveyor has indicated has water in the hull, don’t be put off-- this is fairly … [Read more...]
G-10: The Secret Weapon of DIY Boat Repairers
December 3, 2010 By
People who enjoy fixing old boats all have their favorite products. Some like working with wood, some on fiberglass boats, others with epoxy etc…but … [Read more...]
Do You Need a Marine Surveyor?
December 1, 2010 By
Some years ago, I would have always advised anyone buying a boat to have it surveyed by a professional certified marine surveyor. That is no longer the … [Read more...]
Cover Frames for the DIY Boater
November 12, 2010 By
If you follow my blogs, you’ll have read that I’m a big believer in covering your boat during the off-season (see "5 Winter Lay-up Tips for Your Boat". … [Read more...]
Relax Afloat, Before You Pull the Boat
October 25, 2010 By
Summer boating has its own vibe—groups of friends, rushing off for the vacation, a rendezvous, packing the kids onboard, and, if you’re like me, competitive … [Read more...]
5 Winter Lay-up Tips for Your Boat
September 29, 2010 By
In many parts of the country, this is transition season, time to haul and winterize your boat. Fall haul-out nearly matches the urgency level of spring … [Read more...]
Engine Starter Woes or Click, Click, Nothing!
September 15, 2010 By
It is the middle of the night, and we’ve been sailboat racing offshore for 14 hours so the batteries are draining down. We decide to start the engine … [Read more...]
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