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Beware Unprotected Saildrives

Paying close attention to anodes and your sailboat’s bonding system will help prevent corrosion that can quickly cripple these power units.

Removing lines

Tropical Boat Storage

For those planning to store a boat in the Caribbean or South Pacific for a season, mold and bugs could pose a larger threat aboard than a storm. These tips will help prevent an invasion.

Be sure to check all grommets and any other cringles for signs of chaffe.

Off Season Sail Maintenance

If your season’s done, a washing, inspection, and any needed repairs will ensure that your sails are ready to go next season.

The tubes on the closed cooling side of this heat exchanger were fouled by a film that required solvent flushing, after which the change in color was clear to see.

Engine Cooling System Tips

Way Cool: Here’s what you need to know about your engine’s cooling system and the coolant that flows through it.

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Treat Your Windlass Right

Your anchor rode needs a fair lead and your windlass needs correct installation and wiring for them to work properly and efficiently.

Due to their ability to run dry and resist clogging, diaphragm pumps are commonly used in gray-water installations.

A Marine Pump Primer

Understanding these crucial pieces of equipment on your boat will help you keep water and other liquids where you want them, whether that’s in the engine, in the galley sink or overboard.

prop

Beware Unprotected Saildrives

Paying close attention to anodes and your sailboat’s bonding system will help prevent corrosion that can quickly cripple these power units.

Removing lines

Tropical Boat Storage

For those planning to store a boat in the Caribbean or South Pacific for a season, mold and bugs could pose a larger threat aboard than a storm. These tips will help prevent an invasion.

Be sure to check all grommets and any other cringles for signs of chaffe.

Off Season Sail Maintenance

If your season’s done, a washing, inspection, and any needed repairs will ensure that your sails are ready to go next season.

The tubes on the closed cooling side of this heat exchanger were fouled by a film that required solvent flushing, after which the change in color was clear to see.

Engine Cooling System Tips

Way Cool: Here’s what you need to know about your engine’s cooling system and the coolant that flows through it.

B0088P 0154

Treat Your Windlass Right

Your anchor rode needs a fair lead and your windlass needs correct installation and wiring for them to work properly and efficiently.

Due to their ability to run dry and resist clogging, diaphragm pumps are commonly used in gray-water installations.

A Marine Pump Primer

Understanding these crucial pieces of equipment on your boat will help you keep water and other liquids where you want them, whether that’s in the engine, in the galley sink or overboard.

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