The Impact of Environmental Laws on DIY Boat Owners
October 15, 2019
Are today’s environmental laws turning DIY boat owners into an endangered species?
Are today’s environmental laws turning DIY boat owners into an endangered species?
The Right Way to Buff Your Boat Hull: Tools, Techniques & Expert Advice
Tired of Matterhorn White, Flag Blue and Sea Green? It’s time to rethink your boat’s color palette.
Is paint passé? In some cases, maybe. Vinyl wrapping is faster and cheaper, and can make a mean-looking logo.
Pods are the ne plus ultra of propulsion, but it costs a little extra to keep them spinning. Are they worth it?
Don’t live with dirty, stained gelcoat. Spruce it up easily by choosing the right cleaners and sealants.
With hundreds of inspections under his belt, Capt. Richard Thiel explains what engine room essentials you need to look for.
The marine environment can be a tough place for metal. Rust and wear are pretty much par for the course. But there are ways to keep your onboard metal in good shape. Read about them here.
Here’s something you might not know about your boat’s optimal cruise speed
Some folks distrust technology and want to stick with mechanical devices to stabilize their boats.
Story and photography by Capt. Vince Daniello
Damaging and dangerous stray current can come from a chafed bilge-pump wire or a wet terminal strip near bilge water, electrical equipment leaking power into a grounded case, improper electrical work on your boat or on the dock, or innumerable other sources.
Interior joinery not staying as sharp as the rest of your boat? Check out our expert advice on making it look like new.
Are today’s environmental laws turning DIY boat owners into an endangered species?
The Right Way to Buff Your Boat Hull: Tools, Techniques & Expert Advice
Tired of Matterhorn White, Flag Blue and Sea Green? It’s time to rethink your boat’s color palette.
Is paint passé? In some cases, maybe. Vinyl wrapping is faster and cheaper, and can make a mean-looking logo.
How to Upgrade Your Boat With a Hydraulic Swim Platform
Pods are the ne plus ultra of propulsion, but it costs a little extra to keep them spinning. Are they worth it?
Don’t live with dirty, stained gelcoat. Spruce it up easily by choosing the right cleaners and sealants.
With hundreds of inspections under his belt, Capt. Richard Thiel explains what engine room essentials you need to look for.
The marine environment can be a tough place for metal. Rust and wear are pretty much par for the course. But there are ways to keep your onboard metal in good shape. Read about them here.
Here’s something you might not know about your boat’s optimal cruise speed
Some folks distrust technology and want to stick with mechanical devices to stabilize their boats.
Story and photography by Capt. Vince Daniello
Damaging and dangerous stray current can come from a chafed bilge-pump wire or a wet terminal strip near bilge water, electrical equipment leaking power into a grounded case, improper electrical work on your boat or on the dock, or innumerable other sources.
Interior joinery not staying as sharp as the rest of your boat? Check out our expert advice on making it look like new.
