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  1. How-To

    4 Steps to Renaming a Boat

    Carol Cronin
    Jan 28, 2014

    Love the boat, hate the name? Here's how to change it without enraging the god of boating. …Read More

  2. How-To / Maintenance

    3 Stupid Ways to Kill an Outboard Engine

    Lenny Rudow
    Jan 26, 2014

    Wait! Stop! NOOOOOOOO! Don't do one of these three stupid things, or your outboard engine will leave you sitting at the dock. …Read More

  3. How-To / Maintenance

    Is My Starter Fuse Going To Work?

    Ed Sherman
    Jan 24, 2014

    Although not required by the Coast Guard, some boatbuilders install fuses in the starter circuit -- and sometimes those fuses can't handle the high ampere draw of the starter motor. …Read More

  4. How-To / Buying & Selling

    Which Boat Should You Buy?

    Carol Cronin
    Jan 22, 2014

    Here's a list of things to consider before buying a boat. …Read More

  5. How-To / Maintenance

    Shore Power "Fail Safe." What Does That Mean?

    Ed Sherman
    Jan 17, 2014

    The ABYC now requires galvanic isolators to have fail-safe features in case of a lightning strike or other catastrophic electrical event. …Read More

  6. How-To / Maintenance

    “All Stainless” Is Key to Selecting Good Hose Clamps

    Gary Reich
    Jan 15, 2014

    How to choose the right hose clamps for the next project on your boat. …Read More

  7. How-To

    How to Basics: Using Your Fishfinder

    Lenny Rudow
    Jan 12, 2014

    Learn the basics of using your fishfinder, including fine-tuning, adjustments, and what to look for on-screen. …Read More

  8. How-To / Maintenance

    Is My New Inverter Installation OK?

    Ed Sherman
    Jan 10, 2014

    In this case, the ABYC standards don't apply specifically -- but fuse covers and much clearer cable markings would definitely be in order. …Read More

  9. How-To

    How to Choose the Best Spinning Rod

    Lenny Rudow
    Jan 5, 2014

    Need some assistance in figuring out how to choose the right spinning rod? This video should help. …Read More

  10. How-To / Maintenance

    Does My Shore Power System Need a Voltmeter?

    Ed Sherman
    Jan 3, 2014

    The ABYC does require an AC voltmeter on your electrical panel when certain equipment is installed. …Read More

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