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  1. How-To / Seamanship

    The Autokinetic Effect: An Unexpected Danger of Boating at Night

    Lenny Rudow
    Jul 11, 2011

    Boating in the dark can trick your eyes in unexpected ways. …Read More

  2. How-To / Maintenance

    Outboard Expert: Water Pump Impellers

    Charles Plueddeman
    Jul 9, 2011

    Outboard water pump impellers can’t take abuse, so annual water pump maintenance is cheap insurance. …Read More

  3. How-To / Maintenance

    Boat Wiring: How to Connect a New AC Outlet

    Ed Sherman
    Jul 9, 2011

    Wiring for boats is different than house wiring, even for AC. …Read More

  4. How-To / Maintenance

    Hot Engine Solutions

    Ed Sherman
    Jul 1, 2011

    Will removing the thermostat keep an engine from running too hot? No, and it may cause other problems, says expert Ed Sherman. …Read More

  5. How-To / Seamanship

    New Regulations Proposed: Engine Cut Off Lanyards

    Lenny Rudow
    Jun 28, 2011

    The Coast Guard may make engine cut offs mandatory, and now’s your chance to comment. …Read More

  6. How-To / Seamanship

    Boat Electrical Outlet Installation

    Ed Sherman
    Jun 24, 2011

    How your boat's electrical outlets are installed could save a life. …Read More

  7. How-To / Maintenance

    Outboard Engine Cooling Systems

    Ed Sherman
    Jun 16, 2011

    Outboard engine not squirting water the way it used to? Follow these steps to fix the problem, before it leaves you stranded. …Read More

  8. How-To / Maintenance

    Burning Fuel Matters

    Pete McDonald
    Jun 11, 2011

    How to maximize your miles per gallon. …Read More

  9. How-To / Maintenance

    Boat Storage and Bow Thrusters

    Ed Sherman
    Jun 9, 2011

    Using the area around a bow thruster for storage can be tricky. Here are a few tips to prevent damage. …Read More

  10. How-To / Maintenance

    Sierra eGuard Takes Aim at Ethanol

    Charles Plueddeman
    Jun 5, 2011

    A new fuel stabilizer is designed to deal with ethanol, but you might buy it just for the bottle. …Read More

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