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  1. How-To / Maintenance

    Are My Seacocks Bonded Correctly?

    Ed Sherman
    Feb 7, 2014

    Bonding seacocks in series with a single wire isn't the best way tto do things. If your fittings are bonded this way, keep an eye on them. …Read More

  2. How-To / Maintenance

    Picking the Correct Marine Sealants

    Gary Reich
    Jan 29, 2014

    Choosing the right sealant for your next project will save you trouble in the future. …Read More

  3. 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

  4. 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

  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 / 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

  8. 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

  9. How-To / Maintenance

    How to Install Heat Shrink Terminals

    Gary Reich
    Dec 29, 2013

    Your boat's wiring is bound to be exposed to moist, if not wet, conditions. Make sure everything keeps working, by installing heat shrink terminals. …Read More

  10. How-To / Maintenance

    Getting from Here to There: Chartplotters for Newbies

    Carol Cronin
    Dec 18, 2013

    That chartplotter on your dash can certainly simplify navigation, but what if you don't know how to use the dang thing? This video will help. …Read More

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