Battery Care
It's "Maintenance Monday" and today we're talking marine battery care. Often neglected, your boat's batteries are vital to an enjoyable...
Carefully Manage Fuel and Use Fuel Stabilizers When Necessary
In addition to making sure you have enough fuel, understand the proper boat maintenance necessary for your fuel type. Keep your tank...
Protect and Maintain Your Battery When Not In Use
Every boat has batteries, but don't just let them sit there during extended periods of idle time! Many vessels in our Southwest Florida...
De-wax Before Applying a New Wax Coat!
A new wax coat is normally completed every six months in our Southwest Florida marine environment. However, you can improve the...
Yet Another Use For Zip-Ties
Hate when you mistakenly catch or snag a wire, and know right away that you've disconnected something in the process? Create a loop at...
Keep Your Canvas Clean
It's "Maintenance Monday", and today we're talking about your boat's canvas. Though not made like the thick, rough fabric of boating days...
Keep your RIB and Shore Power Cords Clean
Need to clean a RIB or shore-power cord? Citrus pumice-style hand cleaners work well. As a last resort, toluene and a clean rag also does...
Slip Slidin
Liquid dish soap applied to your carpeted trailer bunks will help the boat slide off more easily at a shallow ramp. It makes for a smooth...
Stern Drives: Up or Down?
We see many stern drive vessels sitting idle at the dock in the "up" position. It’s better to keep your stern drive tilted down at the...
Don't Let It Get Exhausting
One of the most neglected systems on a boat is the exhaust. You want your engine purring, and all the lights to work when you hit the...
