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  1. How-To / Maintenance

    Solar Panels: What About Fuses or Breakers?

    Ed Sherman
    Dec 4, 2013

    Do the simple math to figure out cabling requirements, and remember that solar panels are self-limiting devices. …Read More

  2. How-To / Maintenance

    How Important Are Industry-Standard Wire Insulation Colors?

    Ed Sherman
    Nov 27, 2013

    Or, why am I always seeing red? …Read More

  3. How-To

    Jabsco How-To Videos: Help Yourself

    Doug Logan
    Nov 19, 2013

    This growing collection of step-by-step instructions is a boon to DIY boaters. …Read More

  4. How-To / Maintenance

    Why the Uninsulated Wire on My Bus Bar?

    Ed Sherman
    Nov 13, 2013

    Uninsulated wire on the bus bar helps keep other connected metal components at the same electrical potential. The new standard is for stranded wire, but don't worry about a sold-wire installation by a reputable builder. …Read More

  5. How-To / Maintenance

    5 Steps Often Overlooked When Winterizing Your Outboard Motor

    Sam Greenfield
    Nov 6, 2013

    The salt has dried and it's time to winterize your outboard engine. Here are five steps many people forget. …Read More

  6. How-To / Maintenance

    Will the Shore Power on My European-Built Boat Work OK?

    Ed Sherman
    Nov 6, 2013

    The differences between European and U.S. voltages mean that wire-gauge sizes and operating frequencies for equipment that runs on shore power need to be carefully addressed. …Read More

  7. How-To / Maintenance

    Are My Electronics Impacting the Accuracy of My Compass?

    Ed Sherman
    Oct 30, 2013

    Check to see if your electronics are inducing deviation errors. That test is easy. It can be a little more difficult to get the compass swung right. …Read More

  8. How-To / Seamanship

    NOAA to Stop Printing Charts. Bummer.

    Doug Logan
    Oct 29, 2013

    People who still appreciate NOAA's great cartography can still get print-on-demand charts, though. …Read More

  9. How-To / Buying & Selling

    10 Top Starter Boats of 2013 for the Beginner Boater

    Lenny Rudow
    Oct 28, 2013

    If you’re looking to buy your first boat, these 10 starter boats are all excellent options. …Read More

  10. How-To

    Is My Exhaust Outlet Placement Safe?

    Ed Sherman
    Oct 23, 2013

    Diesel exhaust fumes coming through an open porthole can be highly unhealthy, if not dangerous. …Read More

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