Nav Station Transformation
A dedicated do-it-yourselfer gains more space and better efficiency when he redesigns the nav desk on his classic plastic.
A dedicated do-it-yourselfer gains more space and better efficiency when he redesigns the nav desk on his classic plastic.
With a lot of elbow grease and a bit of luck, this DIY couple transformed an old sailboat into an offshore ready cruiser.
To keep corrosion at bay and underwater metals safe and worry-free, learn how to inspect and service your bonding system.
Looking for an alternative to replacing worn aluminum water tanks in his classic plastic, this cruiser found an easy and affordable way to refurbish them.
Bothered by heat and noise from the engines mounted in the bilge, a do-it-yourselfer comes up with a low-cost way to bring down the volume.
Saildrives are quickly replacing conventional transmissions and propeller shafts, but along with their benefits come some important maintenance considerations.
When it comes to something as ubiquitous as good old masking tape, not all types are created equal.
Refurbishing the tired floorboards of a classic-plastic cruiser is a time-consuming, painstaking task, but also one that’s well worth the effort.
With an afternoon and a few supplies, you can take off a winter’s worth of grime, and get your boat’s deck and gear ready for the sailing season.
If your gelcoat has lost its luster or has a few scratches and dings, most do-it-yourselfers can restore the gleam with the right products and elbow grease.
Prolong the life of your boat’s inflatable tender with this DIY canvas cover.
A dedicated do-it-yourselfer gains more space and better efficiency when he redesigns the nav desk on his classic plastic.
With a lot of elbow grease and a bit of luck, this DIY couple transformed an old sailboat into an offshore ready cruiser.
To keep corrosion at bay and underwater metals safe and worry-free, learn how to inspect and service your bonding system.
Looking for an alternative to replacing worn aluminum water tanks in his classic plastic, this cruiser found an easy and affordable way to refurbish them.
Bothered by heat and noise from the engines mounted in the bilge, a do-it-yourselfer comes up with a low-cost way to bring down the volume.
Saildrives are quickly replacing conventional transmissions and propeller shafts, but along with their benefits come some important maintenance considerations.
When it comes to something as ubiquitous as good old masking tape, not all types are created equal.
Refurbishing the tired floorboards of a classic-plastic cruiser is a time-consuming, painstaking task, but also one that’s well worth the effort.
With an afternoon and a few supplies, you can take off a winter’s worth of grime, and get your boat’s deck and gear ready for the sailing season.
If your gelcoat has lost its luster or has a few scratches and dings, most do-it-yourselfers can restore the gleam with the right products and elbow grease.
Prolong the life of your boat’s inflatable tender with this DIY canvas cover.
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